Self-Regulation Theory

18/04/2025 19 min

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Episode Synopsis

We cover the application of self-regulation theory across various behaviours. One study examines its role in medication adherence, finding partial support and highlighting additional influential factors dependent on regimen complexity. Another investigates its predictive power regarding university students' binge drinking, demonstrating a significant influence of intention and habit. A third study uses self-regulation theory to explain bad news hoarding by competent managers, suggesting resource depletion under chronic stress. Finally, a fourth study examines how conscious and unconscious self-regulation influence Chinese young people's multi-screen online shopping habits.

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