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Parallel paths and developmental Divides: Reviewing the research on Children’s identification with real people and media characters

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Courtney C. Baugh *
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Molly A. Schlesinger
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Rebekah A. Richert
DOI：10.1016/j.dr.2026.101253delete
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Abstract

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• Identity recognition develops in parallel across real and mediated contexts. • Complex identification processes show years-long gaps for media characters. • “Parallel foundations, divergent processes” model explains developmental patterns.
Keywords:
Identity recognition
Media characters
Developmental patterns
Children's identification
Parallel foundations

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Developmental Review
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