On the Consequences of Social Class, and Why It Matters for Young Scientists

In a world where economic inequality is readily observable, documenting the psychological impacts of social class has become especially urgent. In this talk, Manokara first summarizes a selection of key findings on the psychological consequences of social class: it influences the way we see ourselves (e.g., identity), view other people (e.g., perceptions), experience situations (e.g., emotions), and navigate our social worlds (e.g., beliefs). He also points to some systemic efforts that seek to level the playing field for young scholars from disadvantaged backgrounds and concludes by sharing thoughts on how early career scientists can (effectively) engage with these initiatives.