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Pierucci, Jillian M.; O'Brien, Christopher T.; McInnis, Melissa A.; Gilpin, Ansley Tullos; Barber, Angela B. – International Journal of Behavioral Development, 2014
This study explored unique constructs of fantasy orientation and whether there are developmental benefits for fantasy-oriented children. By age 3, children begin developing executive functions, with some children exhibiting high fantasy orientation in their cognitions and behaviors. Preschoolers ("n" = 106) completed fantasy orientation…
Descriptors: Fantasy, Executive Function, Regression (Statistics), Child Development
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McInnis, Melissa A.; Pierucci, Jillian M.; Gilpin, Ansley Tullos – International Journal of Developmental Science, 2013
Little research has explored valence and autonomy in children's imaginary relationships. In the present study, a new interview (modeled after an existing measure for real relationships) was designed to elicit descriptions of both positive and negative interactions with imaginary companions and to provide a measure of relationship valence and…
Descriptors: Child Development, Imagination, Fantasy, Personal Autonomy