Abstract
The multiple pathways by which self-control predicts behavior
Highlights
Good self-control, that is, an individual’s capacity to override impulses, urges, temptations, desires, and ingrained habits, is adaptive as it allows people to engage in sustained, effortful behavior to attain long-term outcomes, often at the expense of short-term gains and gratification
Drawing from de Ridder et al.’s findings and previous research and theory on self-control, I propose a comprehensive model that outlines the multiple pathways by which trait self-control affects behavior
Consistent with De Ridder et al (2012), I regard self-control as an individual difference that reflects capacity and availability of resources to engage in goaldirected behavior and overcome impulses and habitual responses
Summary
Good self-control, that is, an individual’s capacity to override impulses, urges, temptations, desires, and ingrained habits, is adaptive as it allows people to engage in sustained, effortful behavior to attain long-term outcomes, often at the expense of short-term gains and gratification. Greater levels of trait self-control means more resources are available and better capacity for self-control (Baumeister et al, 2006). Drawing from de Ridder et al.’s findings and previous research and theory on self-control, I propose a comprehensive model that outlines the multiple pathways by which trait self-control affects behavior.
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