The Development of Spontaneous Trait Inferences
Evidence from Chinese Children
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 13670693 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Qing Zhang (0000-0001-6929-9416, Department of Psychology, Shandong Normal University, Jinan, China, Department of Political and Social Development, Shandong Youth University of Political Science, Jinan, China), Meifang Wang (0000-0003-2353-0533, Shandong Normal University, corresponding author) |
| Year | 2013 |
| Volume | 112 |
| Issue | 3 |
| Pages | 887-899 |
| Publication date | 2013-06-01 |
| Peer Reviewed | Yes |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Psychological Reports (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 0033-2941 • E-ISSN: 1558-691X |
| Publisher | SAGE Publishing (PUBLISHER • US) |
| DOI | 10.2466/21.07.pr0.112.3.887-899 |
| PMID | 24245079 |
| OpenAlex | W2148014029 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 3 |
| References cited | 34 |
Spontaneous trait inferences are trait inferences that are made without intention or conscious awareness on exposure to trait-implying behaviors. Most studies in the area of spontaneous trait inferences have been undertaken with adults, but little attention has been paid to the developmental course. Using a recognition probe paradigm, the current study was performed to examine the development of Chinese children's spontaneous trait inferences, comparing 8-, 9-, 10-, 11-, and 12-year-olds. Results indicated that children could infer traits from trait-implying behaviors spontaneously from the age of 8 years. Moreover, the strength of spontaneous trait inferences peaked at age 10 years, and decreased steadily from ages 10 through 12. These results suggest developmental changes in the tendency to engage in spontaneous trait inferences
Developmental psychology · Trait · Behavioral Health and Interventions · Cultural Differences and Values · Mental Health Research Topics · Psychology
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| Unique citing works | 3 |
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| Citations per year | 0,3 |
| Citation span | 2016 - 2024 (9) |
| Citation velocity | recent |
| Highly cited | No |
| Citation types | Neutral: 3 |