ScienceDaily (May 12, 2008) — Young children tend to think that other kids with glasses look smarter than kids who don’t wear glasses, according to a new study.
Children between the ages of 6 and 10 who were surveyed for the study also thought that kids wearing glasses looked more honest than children who don’t wear glasses.
Otherwise, the survey suggested that children don’t tend to judge the attractiveness of their peers who wear glasses when asked about their appearance, potential as a playmate or likely athletic abilities. (Full article at sd)
Well, looks like I will be needing to purchase several pairs of fake glasses.
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