Research Results Indicate That Most New Year's Resolutions Are Made

question 109

Multiple Choice

Research results indicate that most New Year's resolutions are made for five or more consecutive years before they are successfully accomplished, suggesting that an important factor in effective behaviour change is the .

• A) abstinence violation effect
• B) ability to handle lapses
• C) willpower
• D) ability to commit

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