Mission Statement
The mission of the Prosociality and Well-being Lab is to learn about the mechanisms and outcomes of prosocial development, especially during adolescence and young adulthood, and to use this knowledge to develop and disseminate strategies for promoting well-being.
Key Aims
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To understand prosocial development across adolescence and adulthood, and across diverse groups, especially groups that have been historically underrepresented within research
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To advance the measurement of prosocial development. and well-being
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To understand how moral emotions such as pride, elevation, and disgust influence prosocial development
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To test how prosocial behavior contributes to well-being
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To identify and disseminate strategies for promoting long-term prosocial habits and well-being, especially within existing educational systems