Feature: Why do we act the way we do?

Emotions: the invisible drivers of action. In children, they act as guides for exploring, avoiding danger or seeking comfort.

Emotions are not merely fleeting reactions: they are alarm and motivation systems that guide behaviour, often unconsciously. Human behaviour, from early childhood onwards, is profoundly influenced by a complex network of biological, psychological and environmental factors. Emotions and attachment play a central role in how a child interacts with the world, builds relationships and develops behaviours. They influence one another and shape personality and behaviour.

Let’s discuss emotions and attachment with psychologist Ludimila Carmeille, a PhD student at the Centre for Research into Psychological Functioning and Dysfunction (CRFDP) in Rouen.

This “Rendez-vous avec” event will take place at the Biéville-Beuville Municipal Library.
Free entry; booking recommended.

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Le Dôme invites you to discover the “Rendez-vous avec” series, a programme of fascinating talks led by young researchers from Normandy to mark the 35th Fête de la Science in Normandy. Participatory research, society, the environment, history or health… Each session offers a lively glimpse behind the scenes of current research, explained with simplicity and enthusiasm. Join us from 2 to 12 October 2026 at libraries and media centres across Normandy to ask questions, exchange ideas and learn in a friendly atmosphere.

On the programme for this edition, themed ‘Saveurs savantes’ (Scholarly Flavours), are nearly 100 events hosted at around forty venues and led by PhD students who will travel across the region to meet the public and explore the challenges of food in the 21st century, ranging from the chemistry of flavours to sustainable agriculture, via public health and culinary technologies.

Organised with the support of Science Action Normandie and the departmental libraries of Calvados, Eure, Manche, Orne and Seine-Maritime, the 2026 programme for “Rendez-vous avec” features nearly 100 events. You’re sure to find one near you!

Date

On Saturday 03 October 2026
Saturday Open from 11h to 12h15

Prices

  • Free for all