behavior." Others see little harm in the belief in Santa Claus. Psychologist Tamar Murachver said that because it is a cultural, not parental, lie, it does not usually undermine parental trust. The New Zealand Skeptics also see no harm in parents telling their children that Santa is real. Spokesperson Vicki Hyde said, "It would be a hard-hearted parent indeed who frowned upon the innocent joys of our children's cultural heritage. We save our bah humbugs for the things that exploit the vulnerable." Most children do not remain angry or embarrassed about the deception for very long. John Condry of Cornell University interviewed more than 500 children for a study of the issue and found that not a single child was angry at their parents for telling them Santa Claus was real. According to Dr. Condry, "The most common response to finding out the truth was that they felt older and more mature. They now knew something that the younger kids did not". In other studies, a small fraction of children felt betrayed by their parents, but disappointment was a more common response. Some children have reacted strongly, including rejecting the family's religious beliefs on the grounds that if the parents lied about the existence of Santa Claus, then they might lie about the existence of God as well. See also Related figures Amu Nowruz Ayaz Ata — Grandfather Frost in Turkic folklore Badalisc Befana — a friendly witch who delivers gifts to children on 5 January. Belsnickel — a German gift-giver and punisher of naughty children, a.k.a. Kriskringle Companions of Saint Nicholas Ded Moroz — (Father Frost, Russian: Дед Мороз) plays a role similar to Santa Claus Joulupukki — original Santa-Claus from Finland Krampus — in German-speaking Alpine folklore, a horned figure who, during the Christmas season, punishes children who have misbehaved Mikulás — Hungary, Poland, Romania Slovenia, Czech Republic, Slovakia, a figure who brings treats before Christmas Moș Gerilă — name of a character from Romanian communist propaganda Olentzero — Basque character, possibly derived from Roman traditions Saint Nicholas of Myra Saint Basil —who is believed to bring Christmas gifts for children in Greek Orthodox tradition Sinterklaas — Dutch mythical figure The Three Kings — in Spain tradition, gifts for children are brought by the biblical three wise men on 6 January. Tomte — Scandinavian mythical character Yule Goat — Scandinavian Christmas symbol Yule Lads — a group of