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 children without predictable support from the adults in their lives are less willing to take those risks — and reap …
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 diversity statements; and made myriad other efforts to attract faculty and students from a wider range of ethnic, racial, and …
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 facing society, identify solutions, and promote nonpartisan recommendations that advance the public good. Current Academy members represent today’s innovative thinkers …
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 explains how socializing virtually is just as important for our health as socializing physically. But there is one crucial component-hearing …
“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 highlighting an interview with our Post-Doctoral student Karen Smith. Smith speaks to the current Covid-19 crisis and explains why some …
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 be born with this knowledge. Human brains are actually able to figure out patterns and make inferences about what might …