The observed results between the inducted groups were significant in the first and second experiment. These results showed a reduction of discounting rate when the temporal focus and the decisions were considered in the same time period. (better)
High discount rates have been associated with a number of risk behaviors. Thus, the temporal focus appears as a possible solution for the treatment and prevention of these behaviors.
This project constitutes an advance in the understanding of psychological time, evidencing influences of temporal focus on our behavior.