Most of us do not like to be told what to do. From toddlers adamant about choosing their own bedtimes to adults who should have grown out of it, it's a fact that when faced with advice, instructions, ...

Psychological reactance explains why attempts to control behavior can lead to the opposite outcome. When individuals perceive their freedom is restricted, they experience a motivational state to ...

Imagine that you’ve just started a new diet, and you ask your partner to support you in your efforts by reminding you to cook healthy meals at home instead of eating out and do something active after ...