The Social Cognitive Development Lab at Yale University investigates the development of social cognition, with a particular focus on how children and adults reason about social groups.

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The Social Cognitive Development Lab partners with many schools
and other organizations in the Connecticut area. If you are a head of school and interested in partnering with us: 

The Social Cognitive Development Lab studies how children interpret the world around them. We believe our research has great educational value as we learn more about the way in which children develop a sense of fairness and gratitude, an understanding of complex emotions, and feelings about different groups.

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Participate on your own time with our new study for children between the ages of 4-6 and 9-12 years old. We are currently studying how children develop the ability to think about others’ knowledge and beliefs. This study requires the use of a computer or tablet, and the help of a parent or guardian. Click here to participate.