Psychological Phenomena: News and Research on Volition

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Study finds pursuit of happiness drains self-control, increases unhappiness

Researchers have a new explanation for why we experience the "happiness paradox"—a phenomenon wherein trying to make ourselves happier actually makes us less happy.

Feb 27, 2025

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Psychologists argue conscientiousness outshines willpower in predicting success

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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