Promoting environmental awareness among gen-z in densely populated region. how does social reference matter?

IOP Conference Series Earth and Environmental Science, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 1441(1), P. 012007 - 012007

Published: Jan. 1, 2025

Abstract Densely populated areas have a high level of waste contributors. Dealing with and environmental quality must be challenging for the Zillennial Generation (Gen-Z), who are familiar fast instant processes. This study aims to analyze influence social references on awareness in Gen-Z densely areas. The research was conducted Jakarta Bandung, Indonesia’s two most populous involved 378 420 Bandung. method used this is survey using questionnaire. simple linear regression test results show that there significant reference variables (0,000 < 0,05). equation shows if variable increases by one unit, 0,815. Increased referrals likely raise Gen-Z. Developing youth communities regions among needs encouraged increase nation’s next generation. government, educators private sector need strengthen peer group approach Gen-Z, which largest population category Indonesia.

Language: Английский

Biophilia in Italian preschool children: preliminary findings

Frontiers in Psychology, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 16

Published: April 9, 2025

This study investigated the relationship between biophilia, pro-environmental behaviors, and connectedness to nature in Italian preschool children. A total of 196 children (ages 24–65 months) their parents participated. Children’s biophilia behaviors were assessed through a role-playing interview, while nature, experiences parents’ measured indirect measures (questionnaires). The interview scores revealed significant positive correlations with children’s as well exposure reported by even if not every age group. also correlated marginally, behaviors. results showed that, expected given innate component significantly different across groups, older engage more than younger children, suggesting role education socialization. These findings highlight complexity assessing particularly when combining direct (child interviews) (parental reports) underscores need for further research refine conceptualization these constructs explore developmental trajectories.

Language: Английский

Be Divergent, Be Green! The Moderating Role of Gender in the Association Between Divergent Thinking and Pro-Environmental Behaviours in Children

Children, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 11(12), P. 1497 - 1497

Published: Dec. 8, 2024

Background/Objectives: The environmental crisis has begun as a daily challenge for present and forthcoming generations. This scenario highlights the need to adopt many pro-environmental strategies avoid its adverse consequences. Consequently, it is of paramount importance comprehend fundamental psychological cognitive characteristics that may encourage young children participate in Pro-Environmental Behaviours (PEBs). Previous research explored key factors like values, norms, beliefs influencing children’s behaviours (PEBs), but impact processes still debated. association between divergent thinking (DT) PEBs, also addressing potential involvement gender. Methods: study involved 348 (Mage = 8.78 years; SDage 1.79; range age 6–13; 174 girls) who completed socio-demographic questionnaire, Behaviour Questionnaire, Alternative Uses Task (AUT). Results: statistical analysis indicated gender moderates relationship DT-creativity PEBs (B 0.08, SE 0.04, t 2.05; 95% CIs [0.0033, 0.1659]), strengthening this association. Conclusions: These findings yielded further evidence on processes, such DT extending knowledge regarding critical role intricate relationship.

Language: Английский