Infants are fascinated by the world around us. Throughout their earliest months, infants are gathering a ton of new information and experiences. Previous studies have indicated that infants prefer to look at more complex patterns rather than solid shapes, but what about perception and continuity?

This study examines the ability of 4 month olds to recognize object continuity and perception through shapes and colors. Previous studies conducted in the past examine object continuity through the relationship between colors and shapes, however, it has been found to be recognizable and discriminatory at this age. When thinking about this study, it is interesting to see how development progresses so quickly within a short period of time!

 

To read about this study, click here!

Mikayla Clemens

Research Assistant, UConn KIDS

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