# Adults may be more creative than children but less confident, study suggests

Research reported by New Scientist suggests adults can be at least as creative as children, challenging the idea that creativity peaks in youth. However, adults tend to be less confident in their creative abilities, which may affect how they share ideas. The findings matter for education and workplaces that rely on creative thinking.

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- [New Scientist](https://www.newscientist.com/article/2595359-adults-may-be-more-creative-than-children-but-less-confident-about-it/?utm_campaign=RSS|NSNS&utm_content=home&utm_medium=RSS&utm_source=NSNS) — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 12:16:04 +0000