Psychological features of consumer behavior of youth

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https://doi.org/10.28925/2311-2409.2026.4516

Keywords:

consumer behavior, consumer psychology, youth, socio-psychological factors, brand, consumer culture

Abstract

The article substantiates the relevance of studying consumer behavior in the context of contemporary
socio-economic transformations, which are accompanied by increased psychological tension associated with
limited resources and the desire to maintain an adequate quality of life. It is noted that the issue of consumption
is universal and affects various age groups; however, particular attention should be paid to youth as an active
social group that shapes future trends in consumer culture.
The study analyzes the development of market relations and the intensification of competitive processes, which
necessitate a deeper understanding of the psychological mechanisms underlying consumer choice. Special
attention is given to identifying the specific characteristics of youth consumer behavior and determining the key
factors that influence its formation.
Based on the analysis of contemporary scientific research, it is established that the problem of psychological
features of youth consumer behavior under current conditions remains insufficiently studied and requires further
investigation. The aim of the article is to examine the peculiarities of young people’s purchasing behavior and
to identify the cause-and-effect relationships that determine it.
The study emphasizes the role of socio-psychological factors in consumer behavior, among which brand image
and its differentiation in consumer perception occupy a significant place. It is highlighted that regardless
of the direction of consumption influence—whether toward unification or differentiation—it performs
a structuring function in youth behavior. It is also noted that under modern conditions, the phenomenon
of consumption has acquired an independent scientific status and has become the subject of interdisciplinary
research encompassing economic, psychological, sociocultural, and humanitarian dimensions

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Published

2026-05-30

How to Cite

Baluta , T. (2026). Psychological features of consumer behavior of youth. Pedagogical Education: Theory and Practice. Psychology. Pedagogy, (45(1), 123–128. https://doi.org/10.28925/2311-2409.2026.4516

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PSYCHOLOGY AND SOCIOLOGY IN THE CONTEXT OF MODERN SCIENCE

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