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Study Reveals Moms' Social Views Impact Kids' Empathy

6/3/2025

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A groundbreaking New Zealand study reveals that mothers' views on social hierarchy significantly shape their children's ability to understand others' feelings. Those with a strong sense of social dominance tended to use fewer mental state words when talking about children from different backgrounds, potentially stunting their kids' empathy and perspective-taking skills.

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A groundbreaking New Zealand study reveals that mothers' views on social hierarchy significantly shape their children's ability to understand others' feelings. Those with a strong sense of social dominance tended to use fewer mental state words when talking about children from different backgrounds, potentially stunting their kids' empathy and perspective-taking skills.