Question

Write a short note in 50-60 words.

Self Regulation

Answer 1

Self regulation refers to being able to control our thoughts, feelings, and actions so as to suit social norms. (when we regulate ourself, we stop acting impulsively). It involves monitoring our actions and reactions because we can predict or imagine the consequences. When we regulate ourself, we stop acting impulsively. People may either focus on achieving positive outcomes (promotion regulatory focus) or may try to prevent negative outcomes (prevention regulatory focus).

The Heatherton model identifies four psychological components that help a person to study socially connected

• be aware of our actions
• be able to predict other's reaction to it
• detect any kind of threat from others
• do something constructive to improve the situation.