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Yang Qu is a developmental psychologist who takes an interdisciplinary approach combining developmental psychology, cultural psychology, and neuroscience to examine how sociocultural contexts shape adolescent development. His research addresses questions using a range of methodological approaches, including longitudinal and experimental designs, surveys, observational studies, and neuroimaging methods to study youth from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. His work investigates the psychological and neural mechanisms underlying cultural differences in adolescents’ academic, social, and emotional development. He also examines the influence of parents on adolescents’ beliefs, behavior, and brain, focusing on the implications for learning and psychological adjustment. Recently, Yang has begun exploring technology, including AI, augmented and virtual reality, and wearable devices, to enhance resilience and well-being in adolescents.
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