Essays about: "Martin Neovius"

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  1. 1. Self-control problems and obesity: An experimental study

    University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för nationalekonomi

    Author : Martin Neovius; [2006]
    Keywords : Discounting; impulsivity; obesity; self-control;

    Abstract : Several detrimental health behaviors can be viewed as problems of self-control, composed of an immediate reward and delayed adverse consequences. Drug abusers, pathological gamblers and many obese people engage in activities providing instant pleasure, while long-term health and social functioning are compromised. READ MORE