Throughout our lives, we need to be able to manage our thoughts and behavior. We need to do this to reach various goals and to get along with others—even if other distractions and impulses get in the way.
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According to two psychologists, the field of psychological science has a problem with the concept of self-control. It has named self-control both a "trait"—a key facet of personality involving attributes like conscientiousness, ...
Sep 10, 2024
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Neuroticism may moderate the relationship between certain personality traits and self-control, and the interaction effects appear to differ by the type of self-control, according to a study published August 21, 2024 in the ...
Aug 21, 2024
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Teenagers' needs for independence and privacy increase dramatically during adolescence. Today, many parents struggle with concerns about their teens' screen time and digital safety, and for good reason. There is widespread ...
Jul 31, 2024
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According to child development experts, it is perfectly normal for children to have mood fluctuations with occasional bouts of sadness. As they come into their own as individuals, kids struggle at times to process their emotions ...
Jun 25, 2024
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A new study co-authored by Sophie Janicke-Bowles, associate professor in Chapman University's School of Communication, sheds light on the role that new and traditional media play in promoting and affecting character development, ...
May 4, 2024
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Suppose you were given a choice between having a smaller reward now and getting a larger reward 10 minutes later. For most adults, the choice is clear. Withstanding short-term temptation in pursuit of a greater long-term ...
Apr 18, 2024
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Preschoolers who use mobile devices more frequently have lower quality and quantity of parent-child interaction than their peers who do not use them. Researchers from the Alpha Generation Lab at the Department of Ethology, ...
Apr 10, 2024
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The term "peer pressure" is often linked to the experiences of children or teenagers in extreme situations. One University of Texas at Dallas researcher wondered if adults continue to succumb to similar pressures of social ...
Mar 6, 2024
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Putting off a burdensome task may seem like a universal trait, but new research suggests that people whose negative attitudes tend to dictate their behavior in a range of situations are more likely to delay tackling the task ...
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