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Date and country of first publication^[1][edit | edit source]

2018
China

Definition[edit | edit source]

Consumption segregation refers to the phenomenon where individuals or groups within a society segregate themselves based on their patterns of consumption. This segregation can manifest in various ways:

1. Spatial Segregation: Certain neighborhoods or areas become associated with specific consumption patterns, such as luxury goods, organic products, or ethnic cuisine. This can lead to physical separation of groups based on their economic status or cultural preferences.

2. Social Segregation: Consumption habits can also segregate people socially. For example, certain social groups may engage in conspicuous consumption of high-status goods, thereby signaling their wealth or social standing. This can create barriers or distinctions between different social classes or groups.

3. Cultural Segregation: Consumption choices can be influenced by cultural factors, such as religious dietary restrictions or preferences for specific types of products. This cultural segregation can reinforce social or ethnic boundaries within a community.

4. Digital Segregation: In the digital age, consumption patterns can also segregate individuals online. Algorithms on social media and e-commerce platforms can tailor content and recommendations based on previous consumption behavior, potentially reinforcing existing preferences and segregating individuals into digital echo chambers.

Overall, consumption segregation highlights how consumption choices can contribute to social stratification and reinforce existing inequalities or distinctions within society.

Related segregation forms[edit | edit source]

Consumption segregation is frequently discussed in the literature with the following segregation forms:

residential segregation, racial segregation

This visualization is based on the study The Multidisciplinary Landscape of Segregation Research.

For the complete network of interrelated segregation forms, please refer to:

First year of publication

Louvain clusters

Betweenness centrality

Disciplines in which segregation forms first emerged (Scopus database).

References[edit | edit source]

Notes[edit | edit source]

↑ Date and country of first publication as informed by the Scopus database (December 2023).

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Consumption segregation appears in the following literature[edit | edit source]

Davis D.R., Dingel J.I., Monras J., Morales E. (2019). How segregated is urban consumption?. Journal of Political Economy, 127(4), 1684-1738. University of Chicago Press.https://doi.org/10.1086/701680

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+===== Definition =====
-Consumption segregation refers to the practice of dividing consumer groups based on their purchasing patterns or preferences. It involves grouping consumers into categories based on factors such as income level, product preferences, purchasing behavior, and lifestyle choices.
+Consumption segregation refers to the phenomenon where individuals or groups within a society segregate themselves based on their patterns of consumption. This segregation can manifest in various ways:
-Consumption segregation can be observed in various industries, such as retail, hospitality, and marketing. Businesses often analyze consumer data to identify different segments and tailor their marketing strategies to target specific groups more effectively.
+. Spatial Segregation: Certain neighborhoods or areas become associated with specific consumption patterns, such as luxury goods, organic products, or ethnic cuisine. This can lead to physical separation of groups based on their economic status or cultural preferences.
-For example, a luxury brand may focus its marketing efforts on consumers with a high income level, as they are more likely to purchase expensive and high-end products. On the other hand, a budget-oriented brand may target consumers with lower-income levels or those looking for affordable options.
+. Social Segregation: Consumption habits can also segregate people socially. For example, certain social groups may engage in conspicuous consumption of high-status goods, thereby signaling their wealth or social standing. This can create barriers or distinctions between different social classes or groups.
-Consumption segregation can also extend beyond income levels and include factors such as age, gender, geographic location, and cultural background. By understanding these differences, businesses can create marketing campaigns that appeal specifically to each segment, increasing their chances of attracting and retaining customers.
+. Cultural Segregation: Consumption choices can be influenced by cultural factors, such as religious dietary restrictions or preferences for specific types of products. This cultural segregation can reinforce social or ethnic boundaries within a community.
-However, consumption segregation can also lead to social and economic inequality. When certain groups are excluded or marginalized in the consumption process, it can reinforce existing disparities and limit access to resources and opportunities. It is important for businesses to be mindful of these ethical considerations and ensure their marketing practices promote inclusivity and fairness.
+. Digital Segregation: In the digital age, consumption patterns can also segregate individuals online. Algorithms on social media and e-commerce platforms can tailor content and recommendations based on previous consumption behavior, potentially reinforcing existing preferences and segregating individuals into digital echo chambers.
+Overall, consumption segregation highlights how consumption choices can contribute to social stratification and reinforce existing inequalities or distinctions within society.
 ==See also==
+==Related segregation forms==
+Consumption segregation is frequently discussed in the literature with the following segregation forms:
+[[residential segregation]], [[racial segregation]]
+[[File:consumption_segregation.png|780x780px]]
+This visualization is based on the study [[Segregation_Wiki:About| The Multidisciplinary Landscape of Segregation Research]].
+For the complete network of interrelated segregation forms, please refer to:
+* [https://tinyurl.com/2235lkhw First year of publication]
+* [https://tinyurl.com/2d8wg5n3 Louvain clusters]
+* [https://tinyurl.com/223udk5r Betweenness centrality]
+* [https://tinyurl.com/244d8unz Disciplines in which segregation forms first emerged (Scopus database).]
 ==References==
 ==Notes==
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-==Further reading==
+==Consumption segregation appears in the following literature==
-Paton K. (2009) Probing the symptomatic silences of middle class settlement: A case study of gentrification processes in Glasgow. ''City'', ''13''(4), 432-450. Routledge.[https://doi.org/10.1080/13604810903298524]
-Mesev V. (2012) Multiscale and multitemporal urban remote sensing. ''International Archives of the Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing and Spatial Information Sciences - ISPRS Archives'', ''39''(), 17-21. International Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing.[https://doi.org/]
-Di Z. (2017) Consumption patterns of contemporary Chinese youth: Focusing on the inter class and rural urban division. ''Handbook of the Sociology of Youth in Brics Countries'', 387-404. World Scientific Publishing Co..[https://doi.org/10.1142/9789813148390_0019]
-Davis D.R., Dingel J.I., Monras J., Morales E. (2019) How segregated is urban consumption?. ''Journal of Political Economy'', ''127''(4), 1684-1738. University of Chicago Press.[https://doi.org/10.1086/701680]
+Davis D.R., Dingel J.I., Monras J., Morales E. (2019). How segregated is urban consumption?. ''Journal of Political Economy'', ''127''(4), 1684-1738. University of Chicago Press.https://doi.org/10.1086/701680