The Role of Impulsivity and Self-Control in Decision Making in Adolescence

Authors

  • Cosmina-Marilena Manea Danubius University of Galati

Keywords:

impulsivity; self-control; decision-making; adolescence

Abstract

 Impulsivity, self-control, and decision-making capacity are no longer fully mastered during adolescence due to the influences of bio-psycho-socio-cultural factors. Thus, a low level of self-control and an increased level of impulsivity make adolescents no longer have the ability to make optimal decisions. If the proportions of these traits are reversed then adolescents can choose the optimal decision that brings the greatest benefits. The 110 adolescents were tested using the translated version of the UPPS-P Test, the Self-Control Scale on the CPI Test Card, and the Decision Ability Test in the Battery of Psychological Cognitive Aptitude Tests (BTPAC).

Author Biography

Cosmina-Marilena Manea, Danubius University of Galati

Postgraduate studies Domain: Psychology and behavioral sciences Psychopedagogical training program in order to certify the competences for the didactic profession-level I

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2021-10-28

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Manea, C.-M. (2021). The Role of Impulsivity and Self-Control in Decision Making in Adolescence: Array. New Trends in Psychology, 3(2). Retrieved from https://dj.univ-danubius.ro/index.php/NTP/article/view/1410

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Vol. 3 No. 2 (2021)

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