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Sean D. Young, PhD, is a behavioral psychologist and executive director of the UCLA Center for Digital Behavior.

Known for: Stick with It: A Scientifically Proven Process for Changing Your Life—for Good

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Stick with It: A Scientifically Proven Process for Changing Your Life—for Good

Stick with It: A Scientifically Proven Process for Changing Your Life—for Good

psychology·10 min read

Stick with It presents a science-based approach to making lasting behavioral changes. Drawing from psychology, neuroscience, and behavioral economics, Sean D. Young outlines the 'SCIENCE' model—an acronym for seven forces that drive lasting change. The book provides practical strategies for individuals and organizations to achieve goals, improve habits, and sustain motivation over time.

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The SCIENCE Model Overview

When people try to change, they often imagine that success depends mainly on discipline. But in every long-term study I ran at the UCLA Center for Digital Behavior, willpower turned out to be only a small part of the story. Real change happened when several psychological forces aligned together. The...

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Stepladders

Every goal, no matter how noble, breaks down if it feels overwhelming. The brain resists massive cognitive leaps. That’s where Stepladders come in. Instead of seeing change as a daunting cliff, I invite you to think of it as a ladder: each rung small enough to climb, each step reinforcing confidence...

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About Sean D. Young

Sean D. Young, PhD, is a behavioral psychologist and executive director of the UCLA Center for Digital Behavior. His research focuses on how technology and psychology can be combined to promote positive behavior change in health and business contexts.

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