Posts Tagged ‘self-control’
‘Boys will be boys,’ but not so in Asia
U. PITTSBURGH (US) — There is a gender gap when it comes to behavior and self-control in American children—one that doesn’t appear to exist in children in Asia. Continue…
Tuesday, June 4, 2013 6:28 - 4 Comments
Top Stories - May 28, 2013 11:48 - 2 Comments
Good or bad, habits stick in times of stress
USC (US) — Stress may turn us into zombies, but mindless behavior doesn’t just lead to overeating and shopping sprees—it can also make us stick with good behaviors. (more…)
Society & Culture - Apr 4, 2013 12:21 - 0 Comments
Patient people mull over future rewards
WASHINGTON U. – ST. LOUIS (US) — Brain imaging suggests impulsive people don’t think about the reward they’ll get for waiting, whereas patient people seem to enjoy it. (more…)
Society & Culture - Mar 21, 2013 12:40 - 1 Comment
Mystery timing can make waiting seem silly
U. PENNSYLVANIA (US) — With unknown timing, it can be logical to opt for immediate gratification, according to a new study that challenges a classic test of kids’ self-control. (more…)
Society & Culture - Jan 24, 2013 12:48 - 3 Comments
Higher-level thinking gets going in preschool
U. CHICAGO / UNC-CHAPEL HILL (US) — Children as young as 4 ½ begin to show signs of higher-level thinking skills thanks to some key abilities, not just more knowledge or better schooling. (more…)
Society & Culture - Jan 14, 2013 13:06 - 2 Comments
Boost from Facebook may cut self-control
U. PITTSBURGH / COLUMBIA U. (US) — Facebook, particularly “likes” and close friends’ positive comments, can reduce a person’s self-control online and in real life, new research shows. (more…)
Society & Culture - Nov 27, 2012 17:33 - 0 Comments
Siblings feel better when they don’t fight
PENN STATE (US) — Siblings can learn to get along, and improve their future health and well-being in the process, according to results from a new prevention program. (more…)
Society & Culture - Sep 28, 2012 11:15 - 1 Comment
Low verbal skills linked to kindergarten hitting
PENN STATE (US) — Not all aggressive kindergarteners are acting out for the same reason, say researchers, who find that some have low verbal abilities while others are easily psychologically aroused. (more…)
Science & Technology - Sep 26, 2012 16:54 - 2 Comments
Facing temptation, brain sends mixed signals
CALTECH (US) — Scientists have figured out what happens in the brain during self-regulation—such as wanting dessert but knowing you really shouldn’t. (more…)
Society & Culture - Sep 6, 2012 14:41 - 6 Comments
Need willpower? Watch your favorite TV rerun
U. BUFFALO (US) — Watching reruns of a favorite TV show can restore the drive to get things done, especially for those running low on willpower or self-control. (more…)
Top Stories - Jan 27, 2011 18:14 - 4 Comments
Impulsive kids at risk for debt, drug abuse
DUKE (US) — Children who struggle with self-control early in life are more likely to face health and financial problems—and even have a criminal record—as adults. (more…)
Science & Technology - Jun 18, 2010 14:49 - 0 Comments
Brain’s willpower not fueled by glucose
U. PENN (US)—A psychologist at the University of Pennsylvania refutes the claim that the brain consumes extra glucose, a simple sugar, when people exert self control. (more…)
Society & Culture - Oct 21, 2009 16:27 - 0 Comments
Fair-minded Americans splurge on impulse
RICE (US)—Americans who believe in equality tend to purchase impulsively—particularly when indulging—a new study suggests. The findings have implications for how to market products in countries where shoppers are more likely to buy on impulse. (more…)
