We think we need greater self-control to be happier. But a new study suggests the arrow of causation points the other way.

According to two psychologists, the field of psychological science has a problem with the concept of self-control. It has named self-control both a 'trait' -- a key facet of personality involving ...

Over the past two decades, numerous studies have reported evidence supporting the notion that someone’s capacity to practice self-control is a finite and depletable resource. For years, the consensus ...

Over the past two decades, numerous studies have reported evidence supporting the notion that someone’s capacity to practice self-control is a finite and depletable resource. For years, the consensus ...

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — Most of us know — and likely have envied — a list-making, highly productive co-worker who is quietly on task. As the epitome of self-restraint, this low-key colleague meets or ...