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Self-regulation theory
Self-regulation theory

Self-regulation is a relatively newcomer in the psychology journals and about two thirds of the publications including the term "self-regulation" were published after 1990.

Self-regulation in Health Behavior

Self-regulation is a term for processes by which people pursue and achieve goals whether it is initiated automatically or deliberately. An individual has the ability to alter his or own behavior by setting a goal. It is key to understand the definition of a goal because solely having an intention like a new year's resolution does not suffice as setting a goal. Goal setting is an important component for successful self-regulation where desired and appropriate measure for determining success are established. The amount of effort and time for the process depends on the setting and the individual.

Self-Regulation of Health Behavior

Human beings possess the great ability to resist impulses and adapt and change their own behaviors to accomplish goals. Therefore, self-regulation is the term often used to refer to efforts put forth by people to adjust their emotions, beliefs, aspirations, and actions in pursuit of reaching their set goals. Self-regulation can be seen as a vigorous motivational system of goal setting, creating and implementing strategies to reach aspired goals, evaluating progress, and modifying these correspondingly.

References

Mann, T., de Ridder, D., Fujita, K. (2013). Self-regulation and health behavior: Social psychological approaches to goal setting and goal striving. Health Psychology, 32 (5), 487-498.