Basic psychological needs, quality of motivation, and protective behavior intentions: a nationally representative survey study.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Building on the Self-Determination Theory, this study examines how basic psychological need satisfaction related to COVID-19 behavioral measures is associated with motivation quality and whether motivation quality is associated with intention to wear a face mask and to avoid meeting others.

Methods

Cross-sectional survey study involving a nationally representative sample of Finnish adult population aged 18-79 (N = 2272, M age = 48.63, SD = 16.89, 975 men and 1297 women) was conducted in Finland in May 2021 when protective behaviors were recommended to prevent acceleration of the epidemic. Measures included scales of Basic Psychological Need Satisfaction in Adhering to COVID Prevention Measures, Motivation to Adhere to COVID Prevention Measures, Perceived Per

SUBMITTER: Pietila M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10557624 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature