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Psychophysiological Assessment of the Effectiveness of Emotion Regulation Strategies in Childhood
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Flourishing and integrative emotion regulation: an SDT perspective
Randall Curren1, Sieun Sienne Park2
1Department of Philosophy, University of Rochester, Rochester, NY, United States.
Frontiers in Psychology
|May 10, 2024
Summary
Self-Determination Theory offers a framework for understanding how emotion regulation supports human flourishing and wellness. This perspective contrasts with limited goal-directed models, emphasizing intrinsic motivation for comprehensive well-being.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Motivation Science
- Positive Psychology
Background:
- Emotion regulation is crucial for psychological well-being.
- Current models of emotion regulation often overlook motivational aspects essential for flourishing.
- Self-Determination Theory (SDT) provides a comprehensive framework for understanding human motivation and wellness.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present a Self-Determination Theory (SDT) perspective on the link between human flourishing and emotion regulation.
- To contrast the SDT approach with dominant goal-directed process models of emotion regulation.
- To highlight how SDT integrates emotion regulation within broader concepts of eudaimonic functioning and self-determination.
Main Methods:
- Theoretical analysis and conceptual integration.
- Application of Self-Determination Theory principles to emotion regulation.
- Comparative analysis of SDT with goal-directed process models.
Main Results:
- SDT's organismic approach directly addresses the relationship between emotion regulation and flourishing.
- SDT situates emotion regulation within comprehensive conceptions of eudaimonic functioning and self-determination.
- Dominant models inadequately address well-being and essential motivational factors.
Conclusions:
- Self-Determination Theory provides a more holistic framework for understanding emotion regulation and its role in human flourishing.
- Integrating emotion regulation within SDT enhances our understanding of self-determination and overall wellness.
- A shift towards organismic, motivation-focused perspectives is needed for a comprehensive view of emotion regulation.
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