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When do children show self-esteem?
New research from UW Psychology and I-LABS shows children have a strong sense of self from a young age. -
Are Parents Rushing to Turn Their Boys Into Girls?
UW Professor of Psychology Kristina Olson discusses what alarmist articles often get wrong about transgender children. -
Workplace diversity policies ‘don’t help’ — and ‘make white men feel threatened’
Cheryl R. Kaiser, an associate professor in Psychology, discusses how the current structure of workplace diversity initiatives may not yield success. -
Mental mindfulness, three simple steps to let go of stress
UW instructor Yaffa Maritz discusses the benefits of mindfulness practices. -
Helping Children Navigate Life's Challenges
Through a pilot program, parents learn how they can help their children develop the skills of self-regulation and effortful control.
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Children’s self-esteem already established by age 5, new study finds
By age 5 children have a sense of self-esteem comparable in strength to that of adults, according to a new study by UW's I-LABS researchers. -
Meet Ya Joe: A new apparel company targeting ‘tech guys’ who struggle with fashion
Retired Ex Officio CEO and UW Psychology instructor Joe Boldan introduces a new line of menswear. -
UW autism expert helped shape new ‘Sesame Street’ initiative
Wendy Stone, director of the UW’s Research in Early Autism Detection and Intervention Lab, helped develop content for See Amazing in All Children. -
Police Department Bias Trainings Are More In Demand Than Ever
UW Professor of Psychology Tony Greenwald speaks about implicit bias. -
What Really Keeps Women Out of Tech
UW Psychology Professor Sapna Cheryan,discusses why high school girls don't pursue math and science.
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Monkeying Around in Remote Indonesia
For 20 years, UW students have participated in field research on a tropical island that's home to more than a thousand monkeys.
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Barbie Wants to Get to Know Your Child
Peter Kahn, professor of psychology, discuss artificial intelligence and the future of toys. -
UW scientists are pioneering research on ‘body maps’ in babies’ brains.
Researchers at the University of Washington’s Institute for Learning & Brain Sciences (I-LABS) are among the first scientists worldwide to study body maps in the infant brain. -
Maltreated children’s brains show ‘encouraging’ ability to regulate emotions
A new study from UW Psychology suggests a little guidance can help children regulate emotion, even under difficult circumstances. -
What the world looks like with a bionic eye
A UW study offers new insight on restorative vision and the human experience.