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<p>Forgiveness plays a crucial role in mending broken relationships and fostering collaboration. Despite its significance, our understanding of the elements that influence forgiveness choices remains limited. This study seeks to investigate the effect of the transgressor’s intention and authority on children’s forgiveness. In Study 1, 83 children between the ages of 4 to 6&#xa0;years (<i>M</i> = 4.62, <i>SD</i> = 0.77) were chosen, with findings showing that children were more forgiving of transgressors who were unintentional. Study 2 involved 178 children aged 4 to 6&#xa0;years <i>(M</i> = 4.49, <i>SD</i> = 0.74), revealing that children displayed greater forgiveness towards transgressors who held authoritative positions. When transgressors exhibited both characteristics, children were more lenient towards those who acted unintentionally but were non-authoritative, in contrast to those who were both authoritative and intentional. These results imply that children exercise discernment in their forgiveness, particularly when the transgressor possesses dual traits, indicating that children prioritize social norms over authority in their forgiveness decisions. In conclusion, this research presents a valuable exploration of how collectivist cultures influence the social cognitive of children.</p>

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When Do Children Forgive: The Impact of the Transgressor’s Intention and Authority on Children’s Forgiveness

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    2025年10月29日

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  • Xiulan Cheng,
  • Lu Wang,
  • Mengyan Fang,
  • Zhuo Chen

摘要

Forgiveness plays a crucial role in mending broken relationships and fostering collaboration. Despite its significance, our understanding of the elements that influence forgiveness choices remains limited. This study seeks to investigate the effect of the transgressor’s intention and authority on children’s forgiveness. In Study 1, 83 children between the ages of 4 to 6 years (M = 4.62, SD = 0.77) were chosen, with findings showing that children were more forgiving of transgressors who were unintentional. Study 2 involved 178 children aged 4 to 6 years (M = 4.49, SD = 0.74), revealing that children displayed greater forgiveness towards transgressors who held authoritative positions. When transgressors exhibited both characteristics, children were more lenient towards those who acted unintentionally but were non-authoritative, in contrast to those who were both authoritative and intentional. These results imply that children exercise discernment in their forgiveness, particularly when the transgressor possesses dual traits, indicating that children prioritize social norms over authority in their forgiveness decisions. In conclusion, this research presents a valuable exploration of how collectivist cultures influence the social cognitive of children.