Mindset

The Self-Determination Model

The Self-Determination Model (SDM) is a psychological framework that focuses on understanding and promoting intrinsic motivation and personal autonomy in various contexts, including addiction treatment. It emphasizes the importance of individuals’ psychological needs for autonomy, competence, and relatedness in fostering long-term behavioral change and well-being. When applied to addiction treatment, the Self-Determination Model suggests that […]

7 Strategies for an Inner Sense of Control

The difference between internal and external locus of control lies in how individuals perceive the cause and control of events in their lives. Internal Locus of Control: People with an internal locus of control believe that they have control over their actions, decisions, and outcomes. They tend to attribute success or failure to their own […]