Relatedness refers to which concept?

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Relatedness refers to which concept?

Relatedness is about feeling connected to and cared for by others—having a sense of belonging within relationships such as with your therapist, family, and peers. This sense of connection supports motivation, engagement, and ongoing participation in therapy. It’s not about being independent (autonomy), not about external control (pressure from others), and not simply about lacking motivation. In PT practice, building rapport, showing empathy, and involving support networks enhances relatedness and can improve adherence and outcomes.

Relatedness is about feeling connected to and cared for by others—having a sense of belonging within relationships such as with your therapist, family, and peers. This sense of connection supports motivation, engagement, and ongoing participation in therapy. It’s not about being independent (autonomy), not about external control (pressure from others), and not simply about lacking motivation. In PT practice, building rapport, showing empathy, and involving support networks enhances relatedness and can improve adherence and outcomes.

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