Artemisia O'bi M.A.

About

Artemisia O'bi, M.A., is a science writer and research psychologist who covers emotion, perception, and psychological development. Her most recent empirical research explores children's perceptions of awe experiences and the effects of awe on children's sense of self.

Recent Posts

Sharing Without Losing: The Abundance of Love and Trust

Some instances in life are zero-sum—there can only be one winner or recipient. Children and adults do not view social resources as necessarily zero-sum.

Parental Eating Behaviors Shape How Kids Interact With Food

Young children mirror their parents' behaviors, including those regarding food habits. Research shows parental food relationships strongly influence children’s eating behaviors.

Regular Bedtimes Help Kids Regulate Their Emotions

Though sleep research has a fairly long history, recent studies help us elucidate the importance of consistent sleep routines for children's capacity to regulate their emotions.

Kindling Hope by Watching Our Thoughts

New longitudinal research suggests that hope and the sense of self-efficacy are influenced by our level of metacognitive self-awareness.

A Picture Is Worth a Thousand Words, but How Many Feelings?

Creative expression is a cornerstone of culture and communication, but how can we understand the emotional experience of visual art?

Is It Better for Our Kids to Be Happy or Good?

Believe it or not, we're overlooking kids' emotional depth.

Awe Through the Eyes of Children

Despite lots of studies showing that adults react positively to awe, little research has looked at awe-inspiring experiences early in life.