J Pers April 2004 PMID 15016066

High self-control predicts good adjustment, less pathology, better grades, and interpersonal success.

June P Tangney, Roy F Baumeister, Angie Luzio Boone

Mentions

68
Peak: 5 in Dec 2019
across 6 sources since Dec 2019

Extended reach

91,218
potential audience

Total likes

63

Video views

1,938

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Dec 2019 – Oct 2025

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AI synopsis

What people are saying

Discussions frequently reference scientific studies and practical implications, emphasizing that strong self-control correlates with better health, relationships, and grades, with tone and word choice conveying respect and curiosity towards the research findings.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions reflect agreement with the article's findings, emphasizing that self-control leads to better life outcomes.

InterestHigh interest

Posts show high interest, referencing research, such as Tangney et al., and linking self-control to health, relationships, and academic success.

EngagementModerate engagement

Several comments delve into implications and cite studies, indicating thoughtful engagement; for instance, one mentions how self-control relates to avoiding negative behaviors.

ImpactModerate impact

Overall, discussions focus on the meaningful effects of self-control, with people highlighting its importance for personal and social success.

Abstract in brief

  • Higher self-control is associated with better academic performance, emotional well-being, and healthier relationships.
  • The study's new self-control measure proved reliable and linked higher scores to positive outcomes, with no evidence that overcontrol causes harm.
  • Low self-control increases the risk of various issues like poor mental health, problematic behaviors, and relationship difficulties.]

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Héctor Ruiz Martín
@hruizmartin · X

Tangney, J. P., Baumeister, R. F., y Boone, A. L. (2004). High self-control predicts good adjustment, less pathology, better grades, and interpersonal success. Journal of Personality, 72(2), 271-324.

Dec 14, 2019 · 43 likes · 4 shares · 57,001 followers View post →
Dr Pooja Garg
@poojagarg1111 · X

Research has shown that people with strong self-control have better health, relationships, finances, and careers.They are also less likely to have problems with overeating, overspending, smoking, alcohol or drug abuse, procrastination,n unethical behavior. https://t.co/9GNT8BqfkW

Mar 4, 2022 · 12 likes · 2 shares · 28,122 followers View post →
eucharisstudy
@eucharisstudy · X

@myenglishHQ i have 20 new vocabs today. i got those vocabs from an article, “High Self-Control Predicts Good Adjustment, Less Pathology, Better Grades, and Interpersonal Success.” i highlight four vocabs: drawback, exert oneself, forthcoming, questionnaire.

Jun 9, 2025 · 1 like · 3 followers View post →
Mariko
@Mariko07521640 · X

RT @poojagarg1111: Research has shown that people with strong self-control have better health, relationships, finances, and careers.They ar…

Mar 4, 2022 · 2 shares · 2,716 followers View post →
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@felinlibre · X

@applepolo2 @_LackHouse @jprinceQ Ton esprit étroit qui ne conçoit que la jouissance et l’obéissance à ses bas instincts pour profiter de la vie Tiens le scientiste, une étude qui montre que les gens qui mettent l’auto discipline au cœur de leur vie réussissent plus et se sentent mieux… https://t.co/2xYwFqb8SF

Jul 14, 2024 · 696 followers View post →
inprivate
@inprivate2303 · X

RT @hruizmartin: Tangney, J. P., Baumeister, R. F., y Boone, A. L. (2004). High self-control predicts good adjustment, less pathology, bett…

Dec 14, 2019 · 4 shares · 288 followers View post →

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eucharisstudy
@eucharisstudy · X

@myenglishHQ i have 20 new vocabs today. i got those vocabs from an article, “High Self-Control Predicts Good Adjustment, Less Pathology, Better Grades, and Interpersonal Success.” i highlight four vocabs: drawback, exert oneself, forthcoming, questionnaire.

Jun 9, 2025 · 1 like · 3 followers View post →
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@itamae_naru · X

【自分の自制心レベルを測る方法】 何をするにも、何かを我慢するにも[自制心]が必ず必要となってくる そんな自制レベルを測定できる指標がある ※参考文献 https://t.co/I3CECbUflW ジューン・タングニー氏、ロイ・バウマイスター氏、アンジー・ブーン氏考案の質疑応答である

Oct 15, 2024 · 45 followers View post →
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@felinlibre · X

@applepolo2 @_LackHouse @jprinceQ Ton esprit étroit qui ne conçoit que la jouissance et l’obéissance à ses bas instincts pour profiter de la vie Tiens le scientiste, une étude qui montre que les gens qui mettent l’auto discipline au cœur de leur vie réussissent plus et se sentent mieux… https://t.co/2xYwFqb8SF

Jul 14, 2024 · 696 followers View post →
@jennygila
@jennylga1 · X

RT @hruizmartin: Tangney, J. P., Baumeister, R. F., y Boone, A. L. (2004). High self-control predicts good adjustment, less pathology, bett…

Jan 5, 2024 · 4 shares · 83 followers View post →
Mariko
@Mariko07521640 · X

RT @poojagarg1111: Research has shown that people with strong self-control have better health, relationships, finances, and careers.They ar…

Mar 4, 2022 · 2 shares · 2,716 followers View post →
Dr Pooja Garg
@poojagarg1111 · X

Research has shown that people with strong self-control have better health, relationships, finances, and careers.They are also less likely to have problems with overeating, overspending, smoking, alcohol or drug abuse, procrastination,n unethical behavior. https://t.co/9GNT8BqfkW

Mar 4, 2022 · 12 likes · 2 shares · 28,122 followers View post →
Enric
@Enricbs · X

RT @hruizmartin: Tangney, J. P., Baumeister, R. F., y Boone, A. L. (2004). High self-control predicts good adjustment, less pathology, bett…

Dec 14, 2019 · 4 shares · 246 followers View post →
inprivate
@inprivate2303 · X

RT @hruizmartin: Tangney, J. P., Baumeister, R. F., y Boone, A. L. (2004). High self-control predicts good adjustment, less pathology, bett…

Dec 14, 2019 · 4 shares · 288 followers View post →
Contrarotulus
@contrarotulus · X

RT @hruizmartin: Tangney, J. P., Baumeister, R. F., y Boone, A. L. (2004). High self-control predicts good adjustment, less pathology, bett…

Dec 14, 2019 · 4 shares · 33 followers View post →
Héctor Ruiz Martín
@hruizmartin.bsky.social · Bluesky

Tangney, J. P., Baumeister, R. F., y Boone, A. L. (2004). High self-control predicts good adjustment, less pathology, better grades, and interpersonal success. Journal of Personality, 72(2), 271-324.

Dec 14, 2019 View post →
Héctor Ruiz Martín
@hruizmartin · X

Tangney, J. P., Baumeister, R. F., y Boone, A. L. (2004). High self-control predicts good adjustment, less pathology, better grades, and interpersonal success. Journal of Personality, 72(2), 271-324.

Dec 14, 2019 · 43 likes · 4 shares · 57,001 followers View post →