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  • Children's understanding of social groups evolves throughout development.
  • Developmental Subjective Group Dynamics (DSGD) theory highlights the significance of conforming to group norms for children.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine the social cognitive skills influencing young elementary school children's comprehension of group norms.
  • To apply Developmental Subjective Group Dynamics (DSGD) theory in understanding children's group norm cognition.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized a framework based on Developmental Subjective Group Dynamics (DSGD) theory.
  • Investigated the social cognitive underpinnings of children's thinking about group norms.

Main Results:

  • The study demonstrates specific social cognitive skills in young elementary school children related to group norms.
  • Findings support the role of DSGD theory in explaining children's understanding of group conformity.

Conclusions:

  • Young elementary school children possess social cognitive abilities crucial for understanding group norms.
  • Further research should investigate aspects of typicality and loyalty in children's group norm cognition.