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“Just One More Clip”: Short Videos, Big Self-Control Problems
Renjie Bao
- Date6 November 2025
- Time 14h00 - 15h00
- Room Zoom
Abstract
I study self-control problems in media consumption and their amplification by short-form content. Using microdata from a U.S. short drama series, I show viewers watch 23 episodes (82%) more than intended and overspend by $5.51 (23%). A structural model reveals that temptation lasts an average of 6.6 minutes per decision, causing minute-long videos to repeatedly trigger self-control problems. Policy interventions such as default time limits and mandatory breaks can meaningfully improve consumer welfare. Extending the analysis to TikTok underscores the broader relevance of these findings.
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