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Kristina Olson's research examines how children and adolescents think about social groups and develop their identities based on factors such as race and gender. She is particularly interested in how children from diverse gender backgrounds develop their sense of self and well-being. Her recent work has focused on the experiences of transgender, gender nonconforming, and intersex children, investigating their psychological development through ongoing longitudinal studies. Her lab is dedicated to understanding how children form concepts about inequality and human diversity, leveraging insights from social, developmental, clinical, and cognitive psychology. Olson's team employs a range of methodologies to explore these complex topics, aiming to contribute valuable knowledge in the field of psychology and inform practices that support diverse children's experiences.
GRE scores are not accepted. Ph.D. is the primary degree; students are not required to hold an M.S.E. prior to admission.