Identity-based motivation: exploring applications across different populations and contexts

The literature review synthesizes the current understanding of the theory and research findings on both empirical and intervention studies. <br><br>The research study tested the possibility that identity has a role in decision-making processes, motivation, and adjustment following a traumatic hand injury.

Specifically, the aim was to investigate the theoretical model of identity-based motivation and its role in understanding engagement with the rehabilitation process following traumatic hand injury. The study identified 4 themes and shows that IBM can be used to understand the often-conflicting motivation behind engaging in rehabilitation. This highlighted that participants were motivated to take action that was consistent with identities that were chronic or accessible at the time.