Recent Advances in Research on Impulsivity and Impulsive Behaviors

This volume provides an empirical and conceptual overview of advances in our understanding of impulsivity and impulsive behaviors. Prominent scientists review the range of behavioral phenomena referred to as ‘impulsive’, as well as the defining features and psychological, neurocognitive and behavioral processes that underlie of the manifestation of impulsive behaviors, focussing on progress made and the questions remaining to be answered.

Maximizes reader insights into recent studies of impulsivity and impulsive behaviors

Also covers the less developed construct of compulsivity and compulsive behaviors

Updates on progress made in this field and discusses remaining fundamental questions