Psychol Bull February 2016 PMID 26479070

Does monitoring goal progress promote goal attainment? A meta-analysis of the experimental evidence.

Benjamin Harkin, Thomas L Webb, Betty P I Chang, Andrew Prestwich, Mark Conner, Ian Kellar, Yael Benn, Paschal Sheeran

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Overall, the participants express strong agreement with the findings, citing examples like the effectiveness of monitoring in forming habits and the use of apps, which reflect a belief in its practical importance. The tone is positive and inquisitive, emphasizing the real-world implications of the research.

AgreementStrong agreement

Most discussions echo support for the idea that monitoring goal progress boosts goal achievement, with statements like 'yes' and references to the meta-analysis confirming effectiveness.

InterestModerate interest

The discussions show moderate interest, with some participants asking about apps and habits, indicating curiosity but not deep technical engagement.

EngagementHigh engagement

Many comments delve into practical applications, such as using apps or tracking progress, demonstrating active engagement and reflection.

ImpactHigh impact

The discussions highlight the potential for monitoring to significantly improve goal attainment, suggesting widespread impact on personal development and behavior change.

Abstract in brief

Monitoring goal progress through interventions increases how often people check their goals and helps improve goal achievement.
These interventions are especially effective when progress is reported publicly or recorded physically, which boosts motivation and accountability.
Overall, regularly tracking goal progress is a valuable self-regulation strategy that can lead to significant behavior change and better goal attainment.]

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Oleg Nazarov

@actual_oleg · X

@archita_su64628 you’re doing great! According to the research below, you’re more likely to reach your goal if you keep reporting your results and sharing them publicly https://t.co/vobPmtDH65

Aug 27, 2025 · 13 followers View post →

かなかなちゃん

@iELU4lbtCnUkLka · X

【ADHD】原因とドーパミンに関係する海外最新のアプローチ https://t.co/All3Op1S6E @YouTubeより

Jan 8, 2025 · 69 followers View post →

Masaya＠AI活用

@MasayaToAi · X

ADHDの海外最新のアプローチについてすごく面白いけど、ボリュームありすぎてえぐい。最近の長尺動画は気合が違う。。。 https://t.co/6iACkmq3jI

Dec 27, 2024 · 2,315 followers View post →

みー

@q9npkb3bmn · X

いまの自分が興味のあるテーマを全部詰め込んだような動画をYouTubeくんがおすすめしてくれた 3時間もある動画で一度には見れないけど、時間をかけてでもちゃんと最後まで見よう【ADHD】原因とドーパミンに関係する海外最新のアプローチ https://t.co/i1zeGkz32m

Sep 17, 2024 · 3 followers View post →

MOKUmoku⇧

@yk_mag · X

https://t.co/y7wMHiE7lY ちょっと長いですが、この方の動画で冷水シャワーやってみようと思いました。きっかけはココからです。 #ADHD

Aug 26, 2024 · 239 followers View post →

StepMate

@getstepmate · X

Harkin, B., Webb, T., Chang, B., Prestwich, A., Conner, M., & Kellar, I. et al. (2016). Does monitoring goal progress promote goal attainment? A meta-analysis of the experimental evidence. Psychological Bulletin https://t.co/Z60vGDSVjR

Jun 22, 2024 · 1 like · 7 followers View post →

さくらこギター☃️

@sakusaku777luck · X

【 ADHDを知る】「原因」と最適なアプローチを解明 https://t.co/kwphlekIAM @YouTubeより

Sep 4, 2023 · 459 followers View post →

かめ

@genbu_777 · X

これは本当にいい動画だわ。【 ADHDを知る】「原因」と最適なアプローチを解明 https://t.co/l6sXZhHBgr @YouTubeより

Aug 24, 2023 · 1 like · 901 followers View post →

あーちゃん@天使໒꒱· ﾟ

@angelcas0301 · X

https://t.co/TNtEOFSBIp 勉強〜岡山も強めの雨が降ってきたやで

Aug 14, 2023 · 2 likes · 99 followers View post →

Linta

@linta_plants · X

https://t.co/xN5KVk8AUi

Aug 13, 2023 · 249 followers View post →

あわびマシーン

@awaawabi2020 · X

おいなり達也さんへ。要約すると、夜は早く寝て、日中は陽の光を浴びろということらしいです。(曲解) https://t.co/duImlzWY5h

Aug 13, 2023 · 1 like · 120 followers View post →

BrandonCWhite

@BrandonCWhite · X

@chargrysolle Looked into this deeper by studying a scientific paper that did a meta analysis on this idea. Does Monitoring Goal Progress Promote Goal Attainment? A Meta-Analysis of the Experimental Evidence Study Short listen. See what you think https://t.co/RsCIlbZhdB

Jan 27, 2023 · 2,518 followers View post →

西田昂平(Nishida Kohei)

@masapomarketing · X

RT @hiragayk: 通常の介入にモニタリングを併用することで、さらなる目標達成に繋がる可能性。 https://t.co/3Mi99dxo6N

Aug 22, 2021 · 1 share · 575 followers View post →

平賀勇貴（Hiraga Yuki）, PhD, MHA

@hiragayk · X

通常の介入にモニタリングを併用することで、さらなる目標達成に繋がる可能性。 https://t.co/3Mi99dxo6N

Aug 22, 2021 · 11 likes · 1 share · 248 followers View post →

Lucas Silva Didier

@lucasilvadidier · X

@ProfWendyWood Reading this article (https://t.co/LdKQE7BCZm ) I remembered this tweet. Do you think that apps that monitor your goal progress are more helpful to form habits than those that only send reminders? I'll love to read what do you think

Jun 8, 2021 · 446 followers View post →

tokatti

@tokatti_ · X

義務づけるか、または記録を公開してしまうことだとのこと https://t.co/Lm7cUBU39A #自分用メモ

Dec 1, 2020 · 190 followers View post →

Dr. Zachary Wilson

@DrZachWilson · X

RT @DrIvanJoseph: Research shows that monitoring your progress is much more effective in achieving your goals than just focusing on the res…

Jul 21, 2020 · 2 shares · 299 followers View post →

Dr. Swayne

@dr_swayne · X

RT @DrIvanJoseph: Research shows that monitoring your progress is much more effective in achieving your goals than just focusing on the res…

Jul 21, 2020 · 2 shares · 2,321 followers View post →

Dr. Ivan Joseph // Confidence-Coach

@DrIvanJoseph · X

Research shows that monitoring your progress is much more effective in achieving your goals than just focusing on the result. Focus on the process, not outcome. https://t.co/XKegpkn9Rw #YouGotThis

Jul 21, 2020 · 5 likes · 2 shares · 5,114 followers View post →

Mary

@m_h_w · X

RT @davidnowell: Does monitoring goal progress promote goal attainment? A meta-analysis of the experimental evidence. (TL;DR yes) http…

Mar 20, 2020 · 1 share · 342 followers View post →

David Nowell, Ph.D.

@davidnowell · X

Does monitoring goal progress promote goal attainment? A meta-analysis of the experimental evidence. (TL;DR yes) https://t.co/fEpPgLlY4z

Mar 20, 2020 · 4 likes · 1 share · 3,205 followers View post →