Trying something new is a risk every child undertakes as they explore and learn about the world. While risk can be costly, it can also pay off in rewards or knowledge. But new research suggests …

The fun decals on the colorful walls and the cheerful environment gives it away, the third floor of the Waisman Center is dedicated to children.

MADISON — The proliferation of face coverings to keep COVID-19 in check isn’t keeping kids from understanding facial expressions, according to a new study by University of Wisconsin–Madison psychologists.

Diversity and inclusion have been on the higher education agenda for decades. Colleges and universities have created offices for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI); added diversity statements to their websites; asked faculty applicants to provide …

Congratulations to lab member Ashley Ruba for winning the APA Dissertation Award for Developmental Psychology (Division 7) for 2021!  

Dr. Pollak, head of the Child Emotion Research Lab, has been elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences.  Founded in 1780, the Academy invites members to join with other experts to explore challenges …

Scientists suggest “social distancing” is not an accurate term for what we are currently experiencing, and “spatial distancing” may be more fitting. Check out this article which sites a study from the our lab that …

“Recognizing that you’re having these feelings of loneliness is helpful,” she says. “So is working to remind yourself of examples of why you’re not as alone as you think you are.” Read a recent article …

Aleix Martinez, Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett, and Dr. Seth Pollak say you should be wary of claims that artificial intelligence can accurately interpret a human’s facial expression.  “It looks like we actually don’t need to …