The acceptance of evolution: A developmental view of Generation X in the United States.
Public Underst Sci
; 33(7): 818-837, 2024 10.
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| ID: mdl-38500449
ABSTRACT
The public acceptance of evolution remains a contentious issue in the United States. Numerous investigations have used national cross-sectional studies to examine the factors associated with the acceptance or rejection of evolution. This analysis uses a 33-year longitudinal study that followed the same 5000 public-school students from grade 7 through midlife (ages 45-48) and is the first to do so in regard to evolution. A set of structural equation models demonstrate the complexity and changing nature of influences over these three decades. Parents and local influences are strong during the high school years. The combination of post-secondary education and occupational and family choices demonstrate that the 15 years after high school are the switchyards of life.
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Colección:
01-internacional
Base de datos:
MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Evolución Biológica
Límite:
Adolescent
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Adult
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Female
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Humans
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Male
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Middle aged
País/Región como asunto:
America do norte
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Public Underst Sci
Asunto de la revista:
CIENCIA
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HISTORIA DA MEDICINA
Año:
2024
Tipo del documento:
Article
País de afiliación:
Estados Unidos
Pais de publicación:
Reino Unido