The role of goal-directed processes in the causation of seemingly habitual behavior KU Leuven
People sometimes do not behave in line with their explicit goals or not in their best interest. Examples of such suboptimal behaviors are action slips (e.g., entering an old password), impulsive behaviors (e.g., unhealthy eating), and behaviors in psychopathological disorders (e.g., substance use and compulsions). Suboptimal behaviors frequently occur under conditions such as stress or time pressure. The research questions addressed in this ...