Adolescents, Parenting, and the Media in the Twenty-First Century.
After analyzing the role of the media in perceptions of adolescence and parenting, the author contrasts the traditional concept of adolescent immaturity with the postmodern concept of adolescent sophistication. Ramifications for family structure and family ties are explored, along with recommendations for the future.
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Professor of Child Study, Tufts University, USA.