Goal of the project
Adolescence marks an important phase of development, shaped by both biology and culture. While political science has traditionally examined youth political engagement, it has often overlooked the intricate mechanisms at play. That’s where developmental psychology and neuroscience come into play, equipped with the tools to dissect how adolescents navigate social cues, exercise cognitive functions, and grapple with political concepts. IP-PAD stands for a unified approach. Recognizing that these disciplines have worked in isolation, we advocate for their fusion. Achieving a comprehensive understanding of adolescent political processing demands the integration of these two strands of inquiry.