Good intentions are not enough. Sticking to one’s plan is hard work. We humans are notoriously poor at following through with our plans. We tend to be ambivalent about making a change. We want to lose ...

Clear explores the science of habit formation, where he stresses the importance of small, incremental changes. He offers practical strategies to create good habits and eliminate bad ones, making it ...

Self-control is one of those qualities that can change many areas of life. Whether it’s sticking to a healthy habit, managing emotions, or making better decisions, having self-control helps a person ...

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 new study.

When it comes to self-control, adolescents tend to follow the patterns their parents establish, according to West Virginia University psychology research. Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest ...

When it comes to self-control, adolescents tend to follow the patterns their parents establish, according to West Virginia University psychology research. Professor Amy Gentzler of the WVU Eberly ...