Self-control—or the ability to manage one's impulses, emotions, and behaviors to achieve long-term goals—is what separates humans from the rest of the animal kingdom. Self-control is primarily rooted ...

Ever wonder why you worked so hard to avoid the lasagna at dinner only to give into your craving for dessert? Researchers say that's because our internal reservoir of self-control can be depleted.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Alison Escalante M.D. covers neurodiversity, pediatrics and parenting. In our never-ending search for happiness, researchers have ...

To navigate life's stresses, the ability to control one's emotions, thoughts, and actions is essential. Research suggests self-control makes the difference between spiraling after a personal failure ...