Blog posts written by Jacqueline Martinali

09 Apr
human behavior research
Psychology
Understanding social behavior: from observation to insight
Social behavior is everywhere—at home, at work, and in the classroom. Discover what it is, why it matters, and how observing it with the right tools leads to deeper insight into how people connect, communicate, and respond.

14 Feb
human behavior research
Other (Human)
Why The Observer XT is the gold standard for behavioral research
In the ever-evolving field of behavioral research, having the right tools can make the difference between ordinary findings and groundbreaking insights.

30 Jan
human behavior research
Healthcare
Mealtime challenges in dementia: insight in difficulties
Mealtimes can be a daily struggle for people with dementia, but understanding their challenges - and the power of nonverbal communication - can make all the difference.

14 Jan
human behavior research
Other (Human)
5 Must-read articles to explore human behavior and emotions
Studying human behavior reveals surprising insights about what drives our actions and emotions. In this blog, we share five insightful articles that explore what behavior is, how emotions are made, and the tools researchers use to study them.

17 Dec
human behavior research
Psychology
Why sustained attention matters in infant development
How does sustained attention develop in infants and why is it crucial for learning? Learn about the latest research measuring attention through video and heart rate data.

23 Oct
human behavior research
Psychology
5 examples of infant studies
Researchers perform infant studies to properly monitor and understand all kinds of development factors. In this blog post, five examples of infant studies are highlighted.

15 Oct
human behavior research
Psychology
Understanding infants’ development of moral and social behavior
At the Centre of Infant Cognition at UBC in Vancouver, researchers conduct independent studies as well as participate in ManyBabies projects to further understand the development of moral and social behaviors of infants.

16 Sep
human behavior research
Psychology
Exploring the early development of referential gestural communication
Understanding the importance of pointing gestures can provide valuable insights into children's developmental progress and support their overall growth and learning.

09 Jul
human behavior research
Psychology
How to study developmental psychology: methods, designs & tools
What should you consider when setting up a study in the field of development psychology? Read on to learn more about methods, designs & tools.

10 Apr
human behavior research
Education
How stress and emotions can affect performance
Medical first responders need to undergo extensive trainings to maintain and enhance their skills. Malfait and her team developed a methodology to measure the management of stress and emotions.