Overview
The Marshmallow Test is a well-known psychological experiment that explores the concept of delayed gratification in children. By offering a choice between one marshmallow now or two later, researchers assess a child's self-control and ability to wait for a greater reward. The findings from this test...
Key Terms
Example: Choosing to study for an exam instead of playing video games.
Example: Not eating a cookie when on a diet.
Example: Waiting to buy a new phone until the price drops.
Example: Learning to walk and talk.
Example: The Stanford prison experiment.
Example: Solving a math problem.
Related Topics
Self-Regulation
The ability to manage one's emotions and behaviors in different situations.
intermediateChild Psychology
The study of the mental, social, and emotional development of children.
intermediateBehavioral Economics
The study of how psychological factors affect economic decision-making.
advancedKey Concepts
self-controldelayed gratificationimpulse controlchild development