Abstract
A qualitative study was conducted within a randomised trial of facilitated physical activity for depression based on Self-Determination Theory and motivational interviewing. Interviews were held with 19 participants at 4 months, and 12 participants were re-interviewed 8 months later. The interviews were analysed in accordance with Grounded Theory using framework. Themes consisted of the following: relationship with the physical activity facilitators, mode of facilitation, impact of contact with physical activity facilitator/assimilation and future plans, change in activity, and effectiveness of physical activity facilitator techniques. Engagement in physical activity was enhanced within an autonomy-supportive environment.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 1430-1442 |
Number of pages | 0 |
Journal | J Health Psychol |
Volume | 19 |
Issue number | 11 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Nov 2014 |
Keywords
- depression
- facilitated physical activity
- goal-setting
- self-determination
- self-efficacy
- Adult
- Aged
- Depression
- Exercise Therapy
- Female
- Humans
- Interviews as Topic
- Male
- Middle Aged
- Motivational Interviewing
- Motor Activity
- Primary Health Care
- Treatment Outcome
- Young Adult