Teen Shopping Blues

September 08, 2005

Giving teens a clothing allowance helps them learn to budget wisely, says USU professor Tom Lee. Advertisements make certain brands seem irresistible, but putting youngsters in control of their wardrobe dollars encourages them to distinguish between wants and needs, while learning from their buying decisions.

For more information, contact Tom Lee, professor, Family, Consumer, and Human Development Department, Utah State University, (435) 797-1551.

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