MAP

From early childhood to adulthood, we are constantly faced with everyday social situations, both small and seemingly trivial. In each moment, we must decide what is right or wrong and act accordingly. But who is it that helps, cares, shares, and cooperates with others? Why are some people kind to themselves and others, while others appear cold or even hostile? And what creates these differences in prosocial behavior?
This project seeks to uncover how children’s moral emotions and prosocial behaviors develop, and to expand our understanding of the diverse factors that influence such behaviors. These include moral emotions (such as guilt or shame), self-regulation, empathy, and various environmental influences in children’s lives.