The Influence of Beliefs on Children's and Adults' Cognition and Social Preferences
Contributors: Banaji, Mahzarin R.; Spelke, Elizabeth S.; Sidanius, James; Kelemen, Deborah
Published: 2013
Language: eng
Description: Beliefs--mental representations of particular propositions as true--are fundamental to social cognition. Among the most influential beliefs are ideologies, which concern the way things should be and help people understand the social structures within which they live.
Notes: Keywords: ideology, intergroup attitudes, prejudice, religion, social cognition, social cognitive development.

Thesis Ph.D. Harvard University 2013