Those who feel they lack personal control over their lives tend to prefer a culture that imposes order. In turn, these "tighter" cultures perpetuate their existence by reducing a person's sense of individual control and increase their sense of collective control.
"Depressive realism", a theory that has been touted since the late 1970s, states those with depression are more realistic in how they judge the control they have over their lives. A new study says the evidence is not there to sustain this old theory.
People with greater self-control have calmer minds, which in itself generates fewer distractions from stimuli.
It takes willpower to implement temptation-avoidance strategies, researchers report.
Maturation of brain networks in children was associated with improved inhibitory control, a new study reports.
Participating in artistic or culturally enriching activities such as acting and dance, or attending concerts reduces a teenager's risk of antisocial or criminal activities, a new study reveals.
A new method that merged artificial intelligence with electrical brain stimulation improved brain functions related to self-control and mental flexibility.
Study reveals the measures we take to prevent having to exert self-control in daily life.
Contrary to popular belief, people with eating disorders like bulimia nervosa do not lose control and binge eat in response to stressful events.
Study reveals the motivating elements that drives a person's desire to improve self-control.