(Answered) The cognitive ability to plan, self-regulate and engage in goal-directed activities is directly…

➤ Why does impulsivity increase when planning and self-regulation are impaired?
Impaired planning and self-regulation limit the brain’s ability to foresee consequences, delay gratification, and control emotional reactions. Without effective inhibitory control and working memory, people act on immediate urges rather than long-term goals. Developmental stage, stress, sleep, and mental health conditions can further weaken these controls.