Stanford University Marshmallow Experiment

The Stanford University Marshmallow Experiment was a psychological study conducted in the late 1960s that tested children's self-control. Researchers presented preschoolers with a choice: they could eat one marshmallow immediately or wait 15 minutes and receive two. The experiment aimed to explore the ability to delay gratification. Results showed that children who waited tended to have better life outcomes, including academic success and social competence. The study highlighted the importance of self-control and its impact on decision-making throughout life, contributing to our understanding of impulse control and personal development.