Prosocial behaviors, like volunteering and helping others, and sympathy are both important parts of well-rounded, emotionally stable people. How do these two traits develop in young people? A [...]
What makes a person successful? A study from Penn State University finds that a child’s prosocial behavior in kindergarten can predict success in adulthood. The results indicate that children who [...]
There are many interventions for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), but fewer treatments exist for young adults with ASD. A program from the University of California, Los Angeles [...]
Many modern video games involve collaborative play, contrary to some commonly-held beliefs. A series of studies from Texas Tech University finds that collaborative video game play can impact [...]
Imagine an orchestra playing together or a team of rowers propelling their boat forward. For activities like these, synchrony—when people work together in time—is a key component. Studies have [...]