BehaviorApril 1, 2015
Self-Control: The Secret to Life's Successes
Self-control is not just a puritanical virtue. It is a key psychological trait that breeds success at work and play—and in overcoming life's hardships
Stories by Roy F. Baumeister
Roy F. Baumeister is a social psychologist with research interests that range from social rejection to sexuality and aggression. He is a professor in the department of psychology at Florida State University.
Mind & BrainAugust 1, 2006
Violent Pride
Do people turn violent because of self-hate or self-love?
Mind & BrainDecember 1, 2005
Exploding the Self-Esteem Myth
Boosting people's sense of self-worth has become a national preoccupation. Yet surprisingly, research shows that such efforts do little to improve academic performance or prevent troublesome behavior
Mind & BrainApril 1, 2001
Violent Pride
Do people turn violent because of self-hate, or self-love?