Term ID: T5291

Self-Regulation Theory

/self-regulation-theory/
Comprehensive theoretical framework explaining control of thoughts, emotions, and behaviors for goal achievement.
Example: Theory describing cybernetic processes of goal-setting, feedback monitoring, and behavioral adjustment.

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Reference: Carver & Scheier (1998)