By Kimberly Swanson, M.S. - Psy., CNA
Choice Theory was created by Dr. William Glasser which is
based on human behavior. The purpose of
this theorization is assist in getting a better understanding why individuals
do certain behaviors. Choice theorization is based on the belief that all
behaviors reveal a person’s attempt to accomplish one or more of the five
innate psychological a physiological needs (Crawford, Bodine, Hoglund,
1993).
Crawford and colleagues (1993)
mentions that with choice theory, individuals or occurrences that takes place
outside of self does not stimulate a person to do certain things. Instead human behavior is usually representative
of the choices that we believe is most fulfilling to our needs at the
time. In other words we follow the rules
within society to get purposeful outcome.
For instance, when driving, when the light is green at a red light we
know that it means go, but if the light is red we know that that it means to
stop. We would not drive off on a red
light because we know that there is some repercussion when we don’t follow the
rules such as getting a ticket or getting into a car accident. We make quick decision and the spear of the
minute or during each circumstance to fulfill our currents situation.
According to Crawford and colleagues (1993) there are two
types of needs, basic needs and psychological needs. The basic needs include the following
(Crawford and colleagues, 1993):
(a) Need for
survival,
(b) Need for
belonging,
(c) Need for
having power,
(d) Need for
freedom, and
(e) Need for
enjoyment.
Choice theory can also be applied to more complex situations
or circumstances. For instance, if you
are studying the behaviors of patients you notice that certain patient so not
follow up with their prescribed medications.
You may research further and realize that certain patients do not take
their prescribed medications because they do not have not insurance and can’t afford
to pay the full prices of their medications.
This research helps doctors to see what they can do for certain patients
to have proper access to their medication by finding other alternatives to that ensure that the patient’s needs are being met and can assist
them having more options in caring for their health such as prescribing generic
medications instead of name brands which are more affordable.
The patient may want to get the medications but have the
weigh the options certain financial obligations which lead to the limited
choice of paying rent and keep a roof head for family or going without blood
pressure medicines for a while. This type
of choice can have deadly affects such increasing the risk of having a heart
attack or stroke. The doctor may
intervene by providing a better choice for the patient of getting free or lower
cost blood pressure medications so that their patient can stay on top of their
health. This is an example of a more complexed
matter that may take place with choice theorization within the healthcare
industry.
According to Glasser, Choice theory it assists people in
having a better understanding of themselves and the occurrences that may take
place in their lives in which they can’t control. This theory is based on Reality Therapy,
Quality Schools and Lead Management. Choice
theorization also examines both toxic and positive nurturing relationships
patterns. It shows clients how to reduce
toxic and increase nurturing patterns and improves interpersonal relationships
which increase happiness and fulfillment.
Reference
Crawford, D.K., Bodine, R., & Hoglund, R. (1993). The school for quality learning: Managing the school and classroom the deeming
way. Champaign: Research Press.
Copyright in 2016 by ©Messenger Publishing, Inc.
Copyright in 2016 by ©Messenger Publishing, Inc.
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