Media and primary socialization theory

Author(s): Donohew, L.

Journal/Book: Subst Use Misuse. 1999; 34: 270 Madison Ave, New York, NY 10016, USA. Marcel Dekker Inc. 1033-1045.

Abstract: This article discusses the role of media in the socialization process of adolescents, and supports the theory of primary socialization which identifies media as a secondary factor in the socialization process las described in other articles in this series). Additionally, several models of information processing are presented which offer both a cognitive and affective model of processing communications. Finally, the article points to the need for future research to analyze the cases and implications of media's impact on adolescents when media serve as a primary, rather than a secondary, source of socialization. [Translations are provided in the International Abstracts Section of this issue.].

Note: Article Kelly K, Colorado State Univ, Dept Mkt, Ft Collins,CO 80523 USA

Keyword(s): media; communications; socialization; segmentation; adolescents; substance use : need for novelty; sensation seeking; ADOLESCENT DRUG-USE; FAMILY COMMUNICATION; INFORMATION EXPOSURE; RECKLESS BEHAVIOR; DEVIANCE; PERSPECTIVE; ETHNICITY; ETIOLOGY; MODEL

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