Marshmallow Test

Overview:
You have read about basic temperament and how it might be related to personality.
Temperament refers to a person’s natural predispositions, so for example, if you have a
temperament that is sensitive to loud noises, you might develop personality
characteristics that look like shyness or preferring isolation. This unit includes a video
clip that talks about how a temperament for impulsivity relates to future success. Just
imagine the problems you might run into if you gave in to every impulse you had!
Instructions:
For this assignment, read the following article and write a one-page description covering
the following questions.
Heshmat, S. (2017, March 25). 10 strategies for developing self-control. Psychology
Today. I have uploaded a copy of the link. https://www(dot)psychologytoday(dot)com/us/blog/science-choice/201703/10-strategies-developing-self-control
• What is the marshmallow test and what does it show?
• Who first used the test and what did they find?
• Rate yourself on self-control and give some examples of how you have shown
either poor, or good, self-control recently.
I have great self control, I started a healthy journey about 6 months ago. I am very focus, motivated and determine. I see examples that a sure me that I am in control when I see sweets and snacks, I say to myself that when I get to my goal weight those sweets and snacks will still be there. I am strong minded.
• Why do you believe that researchers think that self-control would be useful?
• Describe which of the strategies listed in the article would work best for you and
explain why. The strategy is motivation, I am self motivated and a goal driven.
Requirements:
• Incorporate all ideas into your own words.
• The document should conform to APA format, including in-text citations for
referenced works.
• Complete your work in a Microsoft Word document.