Handbook of Self-Regulation

Handbook of Self-Regulation: Research, Theory, and Applications, 3rd Edition, examines the conscious and unconscious mechanisms by which people regulate emotions, control impulses, and pursue goals. The handbook addresses foundational principles of personal behavioral control.

The volume explores reasons for individual differences in self-control, underlying neural systems, developmental pathways, and dynamics within social relationships. It also reviews targeted interventions designed to help individuals improve personal self-control.

Coverage extends to self-regulatory breakdowns, addressing challenges such as addictive behaviors, crime, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, and money management difficulties. Purchasers of the third edition can also download a supplemental e-book containing two notable chapters from the prior edition.