Our research investigates how social class shape affective, cognitive and behavioral processes that may underlie disparities in health and well-being. We examine the distinct influences of one's actual and perceived social class, as well as the social class of others. We also examine how these patterns may vary with across individual capacities, social situations and contexts. Some key questions we aim to answer are:
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How do daily social and affective experiences differ by one's objective or subjective social class?
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How do people of different social class backgrounds relate to and interact with others?
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What are effects of social mobility on intergroup and inequality perceptions?
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Does exposure to social class diversity help or harm cross-class relations?
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.
