Pt. 1. Self-determination: Theory, concepts, and evidence. Self-actualization, society, and scientific psychology -- Self-determination theory and its supporting research base -- Autonomy support and behavioral internalization: promoting ownership of non-enjoyable behaviors -- Pt. 2.: Self-determination: Theory applied to medical practice. Self-determination theory and physical health -- Facilitating health behavior change: the case of tobacco dependence -- Supporting the internalization of chronic disease management : the case of diabetes mellitus -- Pt. 3. Self-determination theory applied to mental health practice. Self-determination theory and mental health -- Facilitating psychological change : the case of substance abuse disorders -- Supporting self-determination in the treatment of anxiety and eating disorders -- Supporting self-determination in the treatment of mood and personality disorders.