Neural correlate of free will Beliefs about willpower determine the impact of glucose on self-control https://t.co/XZSDnacCXd Levels of glucose avaiablity seems to determine willpower and tenacity Believing that willpower is unlimited leads to much more actual willpower https://t.co/xojj9cNZPP
Beliefs about willpower determine the impact of glucose on self-control.
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Discussions demonstrate strong engagement with the research findings, with posts citing examples like Carol Dweck's work and mentioning how beliefs about willpower can influence biological processes. The tone ranges from supportive acknowledgment to deeper scientific analysis, illustrating both high interest and meaningful engagement with the topic's implications.
Most discussions acknowledge the connection between beliefs about willpower and the effects of glucose, citing studies and theories related to this idea.
Posts show high interest, especially with references to well-known researchers and studies, indicating engagement with the topic's scientific and psychological implications.
Many discussions actively interpret and expand on the research, mentioning how beliefs influence biological responses and referencing related theories, which signifies deep engagement.
While some posts highlight potential real-world effects, such as changes in self-control, the overall emphasis is more on understanding than immediate application, leading to a moderate impact score.
Abstract in brief
- The research shows that the positive effect of glucose on self-control depends not only on the physiological impact but also on people's beliefs about willpower, specifically whether they see it as a limited or unlimited resource.
- People who believe willpower is a limited resource tend to perform better after consuming glucose, especially following demanding tasks, whereas those who see willpower as plentiful do not show this benefit.
- The study suggests that believing willpower is limited makes individuals more sensitive to cues about their resources, such as glucose levels, and this belief influences whether glucose boosts their self-control abilities.]
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Most liked on X and BlueskyThis is cool from Carol Dweck. If you believe that glucose has an effect on willpower, then it does! https://t.co/NN4NEkbZKH
@SophieMarbell Ego depletion teorija u međuvremenu oborena nekoliko puta. Čist placebo
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@3_deame @fchollet https://t.co/r2BBcMKHrj
@halcyon_hazel Plenty. Your beliefs surrounding willpower being limited literally affect how much it's true: https://t.co/Bcuev1s2yi
RT @burny_tech: Neural correlate of free will Beliefs about willpower determine the impact of glucose on self-control https://t.co/XZSDnacC…
This is cool from Carol Dweck. If you believe that glucose has an effect on willpower, then it does! https://t.co/NN4NEkbZKH
@datepsych Yes, the team Dweck also showed this a while ago. Believing in willpower and agency has advantages: https://t.co/aP8CWuU2fn
向上する傾向が見られた 要は一回の作業のなかで注意力を分散させるんじゃなくて、集中したひとつのタスクを別のタスクに切り替える https://t.co/nR3xHMeAPH 2013年の実験 意志力は使うほど減ると思ってる人は本当にセルフコントロール能力が下がる https://t.co/oTjAinPrqD 意志力が低下するか
RT @burny_tech: Neural correlate of free will Beliefs about willpower determine the impact of glucose on self-control https://t.co/XZSDnacC…
RT @burny_tech: Neural correlate of free will Beliefs about willpower determine the impact of glucose on self-control https://t.co/XZSDnacC…
RT @burny_tech: Neural correlate of free will Beliefs about willpower determine the impact of glucose on self-control https://t.co/XZSDnacC…
Neural correlate of free will Beliefs about willpower determine the impact of glucose on self-control https://t.co/XZSDnacCXd Levels of glucose avaiablity seems to determine willpower and tenacity Believing that willpower is unlimited leads to much more actual willpower https://t.co/xojj9cNZPP
His show notes cited this study. https://t.co/nzoUO2cUDb --- weird in that *belief* in will power affects how the body behaves chemically. The mind has amazing control over biological processes in the body.
Study links: 1st study: https://t.co/rHc89MmjrR 2nd study: https://t.co/zYm9im9EiN
@SophieMarbell Ego depletion teorija u međuvremenu oborena nekoliko puta. Čist placebo
@Y_Ishizaki1105 もしダイエットしてるなら炭水化物少しでも食べた方がいいよ。 https://t.co/z65yz6rsTT
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