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Gerontology & Geriatrics Studies

Autonomy-Decision in Gerontology

  • Open or CloseSoares Luisa*

    Universidade da Madeira, Portugal

    *Corresponding author:Luísa Soares, Universidade da Madeira, Portugal

Submission: August 28, 2024;Published: September 17, 2024

DOI: 10.31031/GGS.2024.09.000705

ISSN 2578-0093
Volume 9 Issue 1

Abstract

Several studies have shown that autonomous regulation is positively associated with active participation in treatment programs, particularly in alcoholic clients [1] obese clients [2] adolescents undergoing programs to help clients with diabetes [3-5]. In gerontology little has been done, with older people who underwent hip fracture surgery [6]. People feel more competent when they are stimulated towards autonomy and autonomous motivation and the perception of competence are good predictors of maintenance of change [3,7] This review highlights this aspect and pretends to show studies that evidence the importance of autonomy for all ages, but elderly people.

Keywords: Autonomy; Gerontology; Motivation; Self determination

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