In addition, researchers have expanded the theory to cover tradeoff decisions, not just self-control decisions.

A new study found that our ability to experience pleasure, our hedonism, is just as important to our happiness in life as our self-control.

A new study has revealed that self-control -- or the lack thereof -- is contagious. Before patting yourself on the back for resisting that cookie or kicking yourself for giving in to temptation ...

Mechanisms Of Self-control Pinpointed In Brain Date: May 1, 2009 Source: California Institute of Technology Summary: When you're on a diet, deciding to skip your favorite calorie-laden foods and ...

VideoWhat is it about self-control that makes it so difficult to rely on? Self-control is a skill we all possess (honest); yet we tend to give ourselves little credit for it. Self-control is so ...

Having high self-control is often seen as a good thing. It’s believed to be key to success in many aspects of life—whether that’s getting a promotion at work, sticking to your workout regime, or ...

Self-control helps you stick with an important goal when you’re tempted to do something else. How can you stay focused and avoid temptation?

The scientific community is increasingly coming to realize how central self-control is to many important life outcomes. We have always known about the impact of socioeconomic status and IQ, but ...

Psychologists say self-control is about planning ahead to avoid relying on willpower in the moment. Laypeople see things differently.

Self-Control: How to Help Your Seven-Year-Old Make Responsible Choices Self-Control: How to Help Your Seven-Year-Old Make Responsible Choices Emotions influence behavior. Part of growing up is ...