#developmental-psychology
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To help AIs understand the world, researchers put them in a robot

AI can learn concepts akin to human understanding through embodied experiences, not just word associations.

Boys and School: The Disconnect

Kindergarten's transformation focuses too much on early literacy and academic pressures, affecting boys' educational engagement.

The 'boy crisis' reflects broader issues in educational policies and developmental readiness.

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One Brain-Tool Is the Foundation of Every Human Relationship

Children develop theory of mind around 18 months, which is fundamental for understanding others' perspectives and fostering empathy.

Parents are blaming Santa's 'naughty list' to keep kids in line, poll reveals

Empty threats undermine trust and are ineffective, as positive reinforcement should be the focus in disciplining young children.

One Brain-Tool Is the Foundation of Every Human Relationship

Children develop theory of mind around 18 months, which is fundamental for understanding others' perspectives and fostering empathy.

Parents are blaming Santa's 'naughty list' to keep kids in line, poll reveals

Empty threats undermine trust and are ineffective, as positive reinforcement should be the focus in disciplining young children.

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How Parents Can Help Adolescents Build an Awareness of Time

Time is both an artificial concept and a crucial tool for managing daily life, especially during adolescence.

A Consistent Bedtime For Kids Might Be More Important Than How Well They Sleep

Consistent bedtimes are crucial for children's emotional regulation and performance, sometimes outweighing other factors related to sleep quality and quantity.

How Parents Can Help Adolescents Build an Awareness of Time

Time is both an artificial concept and a crucial tool for managing daily life, especially during adolescence.

A Consistent Bedtime For Kids Might Be More Important Than How Well They Sleep

Consistent bedtimes are crucial for children's emotional regulation and performance, sometimes outweighing other factors related to sleep quality and quantity.

When Trauma Goes Unnoticed During Childhood

Childhood trauma's subtle impacts can profoundly influence development and well-being, often going unnoticed.

Here's How Much Sleep You Need According to Your Age

Sleep needs change throughout life stages due to growth and cognitive development, with newborns requiring the most sleep.

The Marshmallow Test and other predictors of success have bias built in, researchers say

The assumptions around measuring executive function in children may overlook cultural influences on behavior and cognitive skills.

Can the Remote-Work Era Fix How Scientists Study Kids?

Developmental psychology primarily relies on data from a specific subset of children from WEIRD (Western, educated, industrialized, rich, and democratic) nations.

The use of an online tool called Lookit during the pandemic has allowed for a broader range of participants in developmental psychology studies.

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