Parenting and temperament in childhood predict later political ideology

Monday, October 22, 2012 - 16:01 in Psychology & Sociology

Political mindsets are the product of an individual's upbringing, life experiences, and environment. But are there specific experiences that lead a person to choose one political ideology over another? New research suggests that parenting practices and childhood temperament may play an influential role in shaping political ideology later in life.

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