Our research explores how social group status shapes the way people feel, think, and behave--factors that may explain differences in health and well-being across society. We also examine how these patterns vary depending on individual capacities, social situations and broader environments. Some of the key questions we ask include:
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How do people's daily emotional and social experiences differ by their actual or perceived social status?
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How do people from different social group backgrounds interact and relate to others?
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How do beliefs about social mobility influence people's views on inequality and different social groups?
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Does encountering social diversity improve or strain relationships across social groups?
We take a multi-level and multi-method approach in conducting our investigations. Our methods include:
- Correlational (cross-sectional & longitudinal)
- Experimental
- Dyadic
- Meta-Analytic
We use a combination of these measures in our studies:
- Self-reports
- Behavioral assessments
- Cognitive assessments
- Physiological measures (e.g. cardiac measures)
We believe in applying psychological theories and empirical methods to address real individual and societal challenges.
Currently, we are working with the Bone Marrow Donor Programme (BMDP) to understand and address barriers to blood stem cell donation in Singapore.
