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Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Behavioral Science

Background:

  • Self-generated validity (SGV) describes how measuring cognitions can alter behavior.
  • The Theory of Planned Behaviour (TPB) explains behavior through intentions and attitudes.
  • Anticipated regret is a key emotion influencing decision-making.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate if measuring anticipated regret enhances SGV.
  • To determine the optimal timing for measuring anticipated regret within TPB frameworks.
  • To examine the impact of regret measurement order on exercise behavior.

Main Methods:

  • 576 students completed one of three questionnaires: TPB only, TPB with regret mixed, or TPB with regret first.
  • Objective records measured sports centre use 4-5 weeks later.
  • Hierarchical regression analyses assessed the impact of regret measurement timing on behavior.

Main Results:

  • Measuring anticipated regret did not enhance SGV compared to TPB variables alone.
  • Measuring anticipated regret *before* TPB components significantly increased sports centre use.
  • This effect remained significant after controlling for TPB variables and past behavior, moderated by intention strength.

Conclusions:

  • The timing of anticipated regret measurement is crucial for maximizing SGV.
  • Measuring regret first, before intentions, can effectively promote behavior change.
  • Findings offer practical implications for designing behavior change interventions based on TPB.