The purpose of this paper is to revitalize consumer socialization as a topic of study by
presenting a critical review of the concept. The aim is to advance our current understanding …

There are shortcomings in traditional theorizing about effective ways of co** with
bereavement, most notably, with respect to the so-called" grief work hypothesis." Criticisms …

During the last three decades, the concept of liminality has been used by consumer
researchers to examine consumption‐related phenomena associated with ambiguous …

Consumer vulnerability is a sometimes misunderstood or misused concept that is equated
erroneously with demographic characteristics, stigmatization, consumer protection, unmet …

Transitions in work memberships, relationships, and roles can result in work-related identity
loss. This article contributes to a growing body of research examining identity transitions by …

Abstract Theory on identity negotiations posits that a person's identity-construction project
ceases upon death. We tested this proposition using death-ritual consumption experiences …

We investigate how making highly consequential, highly undesirable decisions affects
emotions and preference for autonomy. We examine individuals facing real or hypothetical …

Using multimethod data, we investigate retirement as a life stage centered on consumption,
where cultural scripts are particularly contested and in flux and where we witness an …

Drawing on practice theory, this paper develops an understanding of the interrelationships
between where and when consumers shop (the internet, stores, and their preferred …

Family as a consuming and decision making unit is a central phenomenon in marketing and
consumer behavior. However, in the recent past, there has been a decline in interest in …