Developmental psychology

Origins of the ‘Ostrich Effect’ A photorealistic ostrich stands in a sandy desert with it's head stuck in the sand.

Origins of the ‘Ostrich Effect’

In recent study, UChicago researchers pinpoint the age we start avoiding information—even when it’s helpful

Physical gestures can counteract stereotypes introduced by subtle linguistic cues Pupils raising their hands during class while a teacher points

Physical gestures can counteract stereotypes introduced by subtle linguistic cues

New UChicago research finds that children who saw an ‘equal’ gesture were more likely to express egalitarian beliefs

Researchers use AI and behavior to pinpoint when children begin productive language A young child plays with letter blocks while an adult watches on.

Researchers use AI and behavior to pinpoint when children begin productive language

UChicago-led study finds language memorization turns to generation around 30 months of age

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Christina Scanlon

Title: Executive Director, Development-in-Sociocultural-Context (DISC) Research Lab; Research Associate, Crown Family School

Expertise: Child and youth development, Developmental psychology, Education, Mental health

Departmental website: https://crownschool.uchicago.edu/directory/christina-l-scanlon

Development-in-Sociocultural-Context Research Lab: https://disclab.uchicago.edu/

Katherine Kanzler

Katherine D. Kinzler

Title: Professor, Department of Psychology; Vice Provost

Expertise: Developmental psychology, Speech

Departmental website: https://psychology.uchicago.edu/directory/katherine-d-kinzler