Heightened impulsivity has been identified as a risk marker for excessive and problematic
alcohol use, particularly during adolescence when impulsive behaviour is elevated and …

Previous research has established conscientiousness as a predictor of longevity (HS
Friedman et al., 1993; LR Martin & HS Friedman, 2000). To better understand this …

The philosopher Cristina Bicchieri here develops her theory of social norms, most recently
explained in her 2006 volume The Grammar of Society. Bicchieri challenges many of the …

This chapter discusses sensation seeking and risk behavior. Topics discussed include the
following:(1) definitions of risk,(2) risk appraisal,(3) risky behavior, and (4) interaction of …

AIMS: Self-reports remain the most common means of assessing alcohol consumption
despite concern for their validity. The objective of this research is to assess the extent to …

A behavioral dimension of impulse versus constraint has long been observed by personality
psychologists. This article begins by reviewing processes underlying this dimension from the …

A meta-analysis was conducted to investigate the association between sensation seeking
and alcohol use. Analysis of 61 studies revealed a small to moderate size, heterogeneous …

En los últimos años la impulsividad ha sido motivo de innumerable cantidad de trabajos en
psicología. Los investigadores suelen trabajar con diferentes ideas acerca de qué es la …

Binge drinking is a major problem at North American universities. Disinhibited traits have
provided insight on other patterns of alcohol involvement, but less is known about how they …

The authors examined co-occurrence among a wide range of adolescent problem
behaviors: alcohol, smoking, marijuana, hard drugs, sexual activity, major and minor …