BUSML 4201 Study Guide - Ego Depletion, Indulgence, Belongingness

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Goal and self control (bold and italics are concepts that i predict robert smith will ask on the test: goal setting. Have high motivation but will gradually wear out. When closer to the finishing point, people will have higher motivation (goal gradient hypothesis) ( u-shaped curve) Implementation intention: specify when, where, and how. Recognize opportunities and automate response: measurable. Mere measurement effect: measure predictions or intentions changes behavior: attainable, relevance. What is the potential problem of extrinsic incentives: time-bound. Refer to specific in time: self- control, terminology. Self-control: voluntary regulation of behavior, emotional and attentional resources. Self-control dilemma: having a long term goal but a short term temptation interferes with it: nature. Ego depletion (self-control is like a muscle, which has limited strength) What are the consequences of ego depletion: reduce ability to resist temptation or persevere, negative emotions, difficult decision making, no self reflections, reduce ability to help others, self-control influences and strategies.