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Understanding the Impact of Positive Functioning on Civic Engagement Behavior in the DotNet Generation
Syme, Maggie Lee
Syme, Maggie Lee
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Research suggests that engagement in civic activity (i.e. volunteering, voting, community action) is declining, particularly in young adults. Previous studies primarily examine factors such as social status, race, and previous civic activity. Few studies have focused on the role of psychological factors in generating such prosocial behaviors. This study investigates the contribution of psychological and social well-being in explaining individual levels of civic engagement in 18 to 25 year-olds, labeled DotNets. A pilot study was conducted to construct a psychometrically sound measure of civic engagement that was utilized in the subsequent data collection. Participants from a large national sample were administered surveys to assess civic engagement, psychological and social well-being, and various identifying factors. Results displayed a lack of support for the contention that psychological and social well-being have significant predictive value when accounting for important factors such as previous required civic activity, voter registration, parental involvement and political knowledge.
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2008-01-01
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University of Kansas
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Psychology, Clinical, Sociology, Public and Social Welfare, civic engagement, positive functioning, well-being