Cognition, Affect & Temperament (CAT) Lab

Cognition, Affect & Temperament (CAT) Lab We're a psychology lab at Penn State studying how emotion and attention shape children’s development.

At the Cognition, Affect & Temperament Laboratory, our research focuses on the ways in which emotion and attention interact to shape how individuals navigate through their social world. We do this through biological measures, self-report questionnaires, and observations of behavior in our laboratory. Our main focus is on the interaction between temperament, early appearing biases in emotion, and attention in children and adults.

Happy National Movie Night Day! Grab your popcorn, friends, and favorite movie tonight to celebrate!!🍿🎬
06/12/2026

Happy National Movie Night Day! Grab your popcorn, friends, and favorite movie tonight to celebrate!!🍿🎬

June 7th is National Cancer Survivors Day. Today, we celebrate the strength, courage, and resilience of cancer survivors...
06/07/2026

June 7th is National Cancer Survivors Day. Today, we celebrate the strength, courage, and resilience of cancer survivors everywhere.

Thank you, Maddie, for all your work and dedication to the CAT Lab. We are lucky to have you on our team! 🧠💙
06/05/2026

Thank you, Maddie, for all your work and dedication to the CAT Lab. We are lucky to have you on our team! 🧠💙

This month is Mental Health Awareness Month! Please take care of your mental health as it is just as important as your p...
05/28/2026

This month is Mental Health Awareness Month! Please take care of your mental health as it is just as important as your physical health. If you are in crisis and need someone to talk to, call 988, The National Su***de and Crisis Lifeline is available 24/7.

May is National Women's Health Month! Remember to prioritize rest, wellness, and movement that makes you feel your best!...
05/26/2026

May is National Women's Health Month! Remember to prioritize rest, wellness, and movement that makes you feel your best!✨

Happy National Teacher Appreciation Day! Show your teachers some extra love and appreciation this week!
05/05/2026

Happy National Teacher Appreciation Day! Show your teachers some extra love and appreciation this week!

Andrew graduated last May with a B.S. in Psychology with a Neuro Focus, minoring in Neuroscience and Jewish Studies. He ...
05/02/2026

Andrew graduated last May with a B.S. in Psychology with a Neuro Focus, minoring in Neuroscience and Jewish Studies. He has worked in the CAT Lab since August 2025 doing both data collection and behavioral coding. His favorite parts of the lab are coding Kappas and judging fNIRS! Andrew’s long term goals are to become a clinical neuropsychologist after entering the Clinical Psychology doctoral program at William James College in August 2026!🎓 Outside of the lab, Andrew is also a part time tennis instructor! Thank you Andrew for your massive dedication to the CAT Lab, we are so grateful to have you on our team!🧠🎾

Although the beautiful planet that we call home should be celebrated everyday, today is a special reminder of how easy i...
04/22/2026

Although the beautiful planet that we call home should be celebrated everyday, today is a special reminder of how easy it is for all of us to do our part in protecting the planet 💚🌍♻️ Swipe to see easy ways you can Go Green starting today!

Thank you Kimberly for all your hard work and dedication! The CAT Lab would not be the same without you💙🤍🧠
04/20/2026

Thank you Kimberly for all your hard work and dedication! The CAT Lab would not be the same without you💙🤍🧠

This week marks the 10th anniversary of Black Maternal Health Week! We at the CAT Lab advocate for health inequities and...
04/17/2026

This week marks the 10th anniversary of Black Maternal Health Week! We at the CAT Lab advocate for health inequities and social injustices in maternal care. This year's theme is "Rooted in Justice & Joy"!

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16802

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