Child Psychology Archive

Julie Cederbaum, University of Southern California – Supportive Adults Make the Difference in the Lives of Foster Youth

The lives of foster children can be hard, but adults can help. Julie Cederbaum, associate professor

Rachel Leshin, New York University – We Can Reduce Bias in Children – If It’s Causes are Explained

On New York University Week: Reducing bias in children is possible, if the causes are explained.

Ben Cotterill, Clemson University – Children’s Eyewitness Testimony

Can a child be a reliable eyewitness? Ben Cotterill, lecturer in forensic psychology at Clemson University,

Mary Carskadon, Brown University – Adolescence, Sleep, and School

On Brown University Week:  The last thing a kid wants to do is wake up for

Karen Brakke, Spelman College – Development of Coordinated Skill in Toddlers

On Spelman College Week:  No parent likes a toddler with a drum set. Karen Brakke, full

Felipa Chavez, Florida Institute of Technology – Anxiety in Children

The rise of social media can leave kids anxious. Felipa Chavez, assistant professor of psychology at

Rong Fu, Siena College – Childhood Trauma and Late-Life Cognitive Functioning

The early death of a parent can have long-lasting effects on a person. Rong Fu, assistant

Richard Allen, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine – Training Foster Parents in Positive Behavior Support

On Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine Week: Foster parents are always needed. Richard Allen, assistant professor

Scott Allison, University of Richmond – Mothers as Heroes

Need to find a hero?  Looks to moms. Scott Allison, professor of psychology at the University

Celia Williamson, University of Toledo – Social Media and Sex Trafficking

On University of Toledo Week: How do you keep teens safe against predators online? Celia Williamson,