Socialization of lifestyle and conventional politics among early and late adolescents

摘要: Abstract This study uses national survey data from 1231 parent-children dyads to examine the socialization of political participation among adolescents (ages 12–17). In particular, we expand on existing models account for incorporation lifestyle practices into repertoires today’s youth. We found in comparison future voting intention, which is rooted largely background characteristics and direct influence agents, consumerism fostered more indirectly through communication practices. Moreover, some meaningful age differences associations key variables model. observed a shift greater emphasis agents younger practices, particularly online communication, older adolescents. argue, especially, controllability afforded by interactive digital media plays critical role cultivation behaviors that address individual concerns.