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Caitlin Mahy is a Professor in the Department of Psychology at Brock University, specializing in cognitive development across the lifespan with a focus on prospective memory, episodic future thinking, and executive functioning. Her research employs experimental methods to explore how children and adults plan for the future, particularly examining the interplay between executive functions and social understanding.
Her work investigates factors influencing prospective memory performance in early childhood and aging, with a particular emphasis on how executive functioning and language abilities contribute to future-oriented cognition. She has developed frameworks to analyze children’s saving behaviors, procrastination, and decision-making strategies, integrating theoretical and empirical approaches.
Key areas of exploration include the role of verbal reminders, strategies for future planning, and the impact of environmental and cognitive factors on memory and decision-making. Her research also addresses methodological innovations, such as parent-report measures for assessing children’s future thinking capabilities.
Dr. Mahy collaborates with interdisciplinary teams and has a dedicated lab website (linked) for ongoing projects. Her contributions bridge developmental psychology and cognitive neuroscience, emphasizing practical implications for education and intervention strategies.
