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Psychologists Off the Clock

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Harnessing Commitment Devices for Success

This chapter explores the effectiveness of randomized control trials in evaluating popular self-help books and discusses innovative strategies like commitment devices to combat impulsivity and procrastination. It emphasizes the ethical responsibility in research to acknowledge all contributors while illustrating how financial penalties can enhance personal accountability and goal achievement.

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