%A LIU Yunzhi, YANG Ziyan, WANG Yuqi, CHEN Jun, CAI Huajian %T The concept of future self-continuity and its effects %0 Journal Article %D 2018 %J Advances in Psychological Science %R 10.3724/SP.J.1042.2018.02161 %P 2161-2169 %V 26 %N 12 %U {https://journal.psych.ac.cn/xlkxjz/CN/abstract/article_4520.shtml} %8 2018-12-15 %X

Future self-continuity refers to the degree of perceived connectedness between one’s present self and future self. A large body of research has demonstrated the significant role of future self-continuity in influencing temporal decision making, saving and consuming behaviors, academic achievements, social behaviors and exercise behavior. Future research may examine the neural basis of future self-continuity, explore its factors, and expand its potential applications.