Addiction and Self Control Workshop
Issued by
University of Illinois Springfield
Student gained understanding of the framework of behavioral economics and learned how to apply it. Student also learned how to help best motivate individuals to act according to their long-term goals.
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Student explains why people engage in behavior knowing that is harmful to them; demonstrates basic understanding of the nature of addiction; describes the role of emotions in decision-making; describes motivational factors that influence our vulnerability for impulsive behavior; explains why it is so difficult for individuals to follow through on their plans and goals and describes the principles of self-control.