THE ABILITY TO DELAY GRATIFICATION: A TRAIT-OR NOT A TRAIT?

Multivariate Behavioral Research
L Macbeth

Abstract

The purpose of this research was (a) to investigate with normal adults the convergence among several delay measures with different rationales and response modes; and (b) to examine the relationships between these variables and other personality measures which are theoretically tied to delay ability but whose relationships have not been empirically established. Study I included 61 undergraduates who were administered a battery of 14 measures. Study 11 included 109 males and females who were administered 22 measures. Data analysis showed (a) little convergence among the delay measures, and (b) little evidence of a. network of personality correlates of delay ability. The results argue for the multidimensionality of the delay construct.

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