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Self-Talk as a Regulatory Mechanism: How You Do It Matters

Ethan Kross, Psychology Department
Description
Semester:
- Winter 2014
Speakers:
Lecture Time:
Fri, January 10, 2014 @ 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm
Lecture Location:
Room K1310, Ross School of Business
Speaker Webpage(s):
http://selfcontrol.psych.lsa.umich.edu/people.php
Introduced By:
No introduction available.
Abstract
Self-talk is a ubiquitous human phenomenon. We all have an internal monologue that we engage in from time-to-time. Yet, surprisingly little research has examined the role that self-talk plays as a regulatory mechanism in adults. In this talk I will review findings from an ongoing program of research that utilizes methods and concepts from multiple areas of psychology (e.g., social, neuroscience, development, clinical) to explore whether the language people use to refer to the self during introspection consequentially influences how they think, feel, and behave under social stress. Discussion will focus on the potential practical implications of language use as a regulatory process.
Recording & Additional Notes
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