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Define ironic processes of control and describe Wegner's two-factor theory that accounts for the resultant errors. Wegner used the example of putting a golf ball to illustrate his ironic process theory. Describe another scenario during which ironic effects may interfere with the task at hand.

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As you describe ironic processes of mental control, I feel like this theory suggests that intentional mind control usually produces the opposite anticipated effects (kind of like the old Alanis Morissette song). Research clearly defines it as the process by which "intentional control of the mind introduces an operating process that directs conscious attention--focusing our minds on positive thoughts, for example, if we ...

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