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The Nag Factor Robert Siegel talks with Betsy Taylor, executive director of the Center for the New American Dream, about the "nag factor." A survey conducted by the center found that even when their parents say "no," nearly six of 10 young people keep nagging. The survey also found that 10 percent of 12- and 13-year-olds said they ask their parents more than 50 times for products they've seen advertised.

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The Nag Factor

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The Nag Factor

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Robert Siegel talks with Betsy Taylor, executive director of the Center for the New American Dream, about the "nag factor." A survey conducted by the center found that even when their parents say "no," nearly six of 10 young people keep nagging. The survey also found that 10 percent of 12- and 13-year-olds said they ask their parents more than 50 times for products they've seen advertised.