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Motivational Mechanisms Underlying Physicians' Occupational Health: A Self-Determination Theory Perspective
Arlen C Moller1, Anja H Olafsen2, Andrew J Jager3
1Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago, IL, USA.
Medical Care Research and Review : MCRR
|April 28, 2021
Summary
Physicians with intrinsic aspirations experience better occupational health. This is because intrinsic aspirations enhance need satisfaction and autonomous motivation, crucial for physician well-being and patient care.
Area of Science:
- Occupational Health
- Physician Well-being
- Work Motivation
Background:
- Deteriorating occupational health among physicians is a significant concern, impacting both doctors and patient care.
- Physician autonomous motivation is a known protective factor for occupational health.
- Antecedents supporting physicians' autonomous work motivation require further investigation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify and model the root causes of physicians' autonomous work motivation and occupational health.
- To assess the role of intrinsic aspirations and need satisfaction in physician well-being.
Main Methods:
- Structural equation modeling was employed.
- The study included a sample of 2,116 U.S. practicing physicians.
- Data assessed intrinsic aspirations and work-related need satisfaction.
Main Results:
- Stronger endorsement of intrinsic aspirations was linked to better physician occupational health.
- This association was mediated by need satisfaction and autonomous work motivation.
- Findings highlight the interconnectedness of aspirations, motivation, and health outcomes.
Conclusions:
- Intrinsic aspirations are vital for fostering autonomous motivation and improving occupational health in physicians.
- Need satisfaction plays a key mediating role in this relationship.
- Results inform interventions aimed at enhancing physician well-being and healthcare system effectiveness.
Keywords:
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