Building consumer self-control: The effect of self-control exercises on impulse buying urges

In this research, the effects of self-control exercises on impulse buying urges are examined. Drawing on the strength model of self-control (Baumeister and Heatherton 1996, Psychological Inquiry 7:1-15), the present paper aims to shed light on impulsive buying by exploring the impact of enhancement...

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Published in:Marketing letters 2012-03, Vol.23 (1), p.61-72
Main Authors: Sultan, Abdullah J., Joireman, Jeff, Sprott, David E.
Format: Article
Language:eng
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Summary:In this research, the effects of self-control exercises on impulse buying urges are examined. Drawing on the strength model of self-control (Baumeister and Heatherton 1996, Psychological Inquiry 7:1-15), the present paper aims to shed light on impulsive buying by exploring the impact of enhancement of self-control as a result of repeated physical and cognitive self-control exercises over time. The findings showed that these self-control exercises reduced impulse buying urges. Directions for future research are discussed.
ISSN:0923-0645
1573-059X