Abstract This paper investigates the identification of the underlying reasons for the continuing high levels of unemployment among African-Americanteenagers with a specific focus on African-Americanteenagers in the Syracuse MSA. The objective of the proposed research study is to develop reliable information that provides a basis for the development of initiatives that will lead to higher employment levels (and, conversely, lower levels of unemployment) among African Americanteenagers. The paper also suggests possible solutions to the problem of continuing high levels of unemployment.
From the Paper "Sustained economic growth in the United States over the past five years has caused the national unemployment rate to fall below five-percent in 1999. The 3.8 percent unemployment rate in November 1999 (the latest month for which such data have been reported) is a full percentage point lower that the rate in January 1999 and 47.9 percent lower than the 7.3 percent unemployment rate in January 1994. This level of unemployment is the lowest that has been sustained for any period of time in the United States for decades. Because of the low overall rate of unemployment in the United States, many people (both politicians and the general public) appear to think that unemployment has become a non-issue in contemporary life. The fact is, however, that unemployment remains a critical issue in this country when the overall rate of unemployment is disaggregated to reveal the rates of unemployment among specific population groups such as minority males generally (but especially African males), and teenagers generally (but especially African American teenagers). For such population groups, the improvement in the overall unemployment situation has transformed their plight from one of utter disaster to one of debilitating frustration, as their rates of unemployment remain in excess of 12 percent. For African American teenagers, the unemployment rate reached 31.3 percent in March 1999 before dropping to 28.4 percent in November 1999."
A comparison of Thomas Hine's "The Rise and Fall of the AmericanTeenager" and Patricia Hersch's "A Tribe Apart: A Journey into the Heart of American Adolescence".
Abstract Thomas Hine and Patricia Hersch present us with two views of the contemporary Americanteenager, one based in an historical analysis of the creation of the teenager, and the other based in an ethnographic account of contemporary teenage life. The perspective that results from these two views is a more complex one that the usual, uncomplimentary stereotype of the adolescent as moody, disrespectful, and oversexed. This paper examines the ways in which both of these authors present views of American adolescence.
From the Paper "Hine's view of modern teenager is grounded in an historical analysis, arguing in The Rise and Fall of the American Teenager that while the life of teenagers a hundred years ago was certainly quite different from the life led by adolescents today, there are important similarities. The generation of teenagers today uses the years between childhood and adulthood as a time in which to gain the skills needed to become a fully functional adult ? a status that tends to come later now than it did several generations ago. But while teenagers can in some ways be seen as adults in training, they should also ? Hine argues ? be taken seriously as cultural, economic and political agents."
Abstract This paper explains that, although there has been a decline within overall narcotic use within the United States over the past decade, Asian-Americans/Pacific Islanders (AAPIs), as an aggregate group, have maintained their consistent level of narcotic use within the past decade. The author points out that the growth of drug use among Asian- Americanteenagers, which is a startling development, is centered within the risk areas of Los Angeles County. The paper proposes a survey of the Asian-Americanteenage population from two school districts in Los Angeles County and San Francisco County, which have the highest rate of Asian-American students on a national level.
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From the Paper "Empirical research has shown that ATOD use usually begins around the time of adolescence. This is especially true among Asian Americans teenagers as they confront the problems of identity development. Cultural, familial and economic conflicts which results from being Asian American can severely stress teenagers and lead them towards further alienation from adult peer groups. This general trend within the teenage population entails a deeper understanding of how ATOD impacts intergeneration conflict and Asian American teenage drug use."
Abstract This paper presents a critical overview of American consumerism and how images are "sold" to Americanteenagers.
From the Paper "The media puts a tremendous amount of pressure on teens, telling them they are not cool enough without a certain look. The only way to get the look is to get the product. It's a world made of marketing and many factors show that marketers have gone too far in their attempts to reach the hearts- and wallets of America's youth."
Abstract Compared to only a few decades ago, American society has become more open and accepting of teenage pregnancy. Pregnant teens are no longer hidden away with relatives. More importantly, many school and community groups have adopted honest and aggressive strategies to address the growing incidences of teenage pregnancy.
This paper evaluates the effectiveness of four different styles of programs in preventing pregnancy in teenage girls. These programs include sex education in schools, one-on-one conversations between patient and health care worker in a clinical setting, service learning programs, and finally, youth development programs. Emphasis is given on the effectiveness of these programs in preventing pregnancy in teenage African-American girls. The first part of this paper is an overview of teen pregnancy statistics, both throughout the United States and African-Americanteenagers in particular. The next part of the paper then identifies the factors behind the rising rates of pregnancy among black teenagers. In the third and main part, this paper looks at the diverse programs and policies that are being implemented to help stop teenage pregnancy. The paper then evaluates whether or not these programs address the unique factors that contribute to teen pregnancy in African-American teens. In the conclusion, this paper argues that pregnancy rates among black teens continue to rise because these programs do not address the special factors behind pregnancies in this group. Thus, in order to effectively address teen pregnancy in black teenagers, more policies must be enacted to address factors like poverty and school drop-out rates.
From the Paper "There is a wide diversity among the types of education programs. Advocates of abstinence-only education, for example, argue that contraception education has failed to stem the tide of pregnancy and sexually transmitted disease among high-school students. Napier (1999) argues that abstinence-only programs are the more effective solution. Programs such as the Washington, DC-based Best Friends, for example, match a teen girl with an adult mentor. Weekly one-on-one and group meetings will teach the girls self-respect and decision-making skills that will form the basis of a sexually-abstinent lifestyle. The Best Friends program also emphasizes avoiding drugs and alcohol, which are considered risk factors for early sexual activity."
Compares the Americanteenagers and young adults as described in Jean M. Twenge's "Generation Me" to a French teenage,r as experienced by the author of this paper.
955 words (approx. 3.8 pages), 0 sources, 2009, $ 33.95
Abstract This paper explains that, in "Generation Me", Jean M. Twenge portrays how teenagers and young adults in America are taught that they can be whatever they want to be and that all dreams are achievable. In contrast to this mythical attitude presented by Twenge, the author relates the very pessimistic opinions of French teenagers, who are taught early in their lives that having a dream is ok as long as it is reasonable. The author underscores that one of the worst aspects of the French educational system is that, at the age of 14, adolescents must make the important choice of their future career.
From the Paper "Twenge also explains how newly developed websites such as YouTube have allowed these teens to get a taste of what it would be like to be famous, by allowing them to post their videos online. However, only a handful of these users will ever get a job opportunity in the media. In France, the situation is more or less the
same. The creation of Television shows such as "The Star Academy" and "A la recherche de la nouvelle star", meaning the search for the new idol, has developed new hopes for kids and teenagers to become famous."
Abstract This is a paper about teenage pregnancy. Teenage pregnancy is one of America's growing problems. There are more than 1 million teenagers that are pregnant in the United States. The American Medical Association Report states that sexual activity is beginning at an earlier age. Most teenagers believe that it will not happen to them, but it can and does.
Abstract Teenage pregnancy and childbearing are key factors leading teenage mothers into disadvantaged lives. This paper discusses the negative effects of pregnancy on a teenager's life. It looks at how this effects a teenager's family life, education, social life, and the future prospect for the baby.
From the Paper "Women who give birth as teenagers share many similarities prior to becoming pregnant in terms of family background, racial/ethnic profile and education (Bissel, 2000). These factors will attempt to present fundamental issues related to teen pregnancy and childbearing (Bissel, 2000). The consequences of teenage pregnancy and childbearing in the lives of young women in five different countries will be examined as well (Bissel, 2000)."
Tags: babies, early, teenagers, years, birth, child, abuse
Abstract This paper attempts to understand why the teenage pregnancy rates in the United States are among the highest in the developed world. The paper suggests that sexuality education -- or lack thereof -- in the U.S. may be to blame. The paper shows how health care costs relating to teen pregnancy are exorbitantly high, which the paper says taxes all of society's social and economic resources. To reduce these costs, the paper recommends basic ideological shifts in the approach to sexuality education, and calls for greater access to contraceptives for teenagers.
From the Paper "Teenage pregnancy rates in the United States are among the highest in the developed world. As the nations of Western Europe prove, educational fallacies in the US concerning sexuality education..."
Tags:teenage pregnancy, teenage birth rate, contraception, teenage sexual activity, family planning, planned parenthood
Abstract This paper examines the problem of high school drop outs, explaining that income instability and increasing rates in teen pregnancy are two of its many underlying causes. This paper explains that teenagers with babies often are not able to keep up with their school work because they have to be up during the night caring for their babies. Consequently, teenage pregnancies lead to high school drop outs, which then leave the teenager living in poverty without the skills and ability to obtain and keep employment.
From the Paper "Nancy is a young girl who became pregnant at age sixteen. She tried attending school, working a part-time job, and taking care of her baby. However, she was up a lot at night with her baby and eventually she realized she could not continue to go to school. She lives on welfare and spends most of her time watching television. Nancy and her baby live in poverty. Nancy is one of many American teenage females who become pregnant. "The United States has the highest rate of teen pregnancy and births in the western industrialized world" (General Facts). Nancy is one of many high school girls who drop out of high school to care for their babies. "Teen mothers are less likely to complete high school (only one-third receive a high school diploma) and only 1.5% have a college degree by age 30" (General Facts)."
Abstract In this article, the writer discusses the issue of teenagers working part-time jobs. The writer points out that research shows that teenagers who work ten to fifteen hours a week do learn responsibility. However, the writer also notes that teenagers who work over ten hours a week have problems academically and socially. The writer maintains that teenagers who work do better if they work less than ten hours a week, because students who work too many hours experience academic, social, and personal consequences.
From the Paper ""Approximately 75% to 90% of adolescents are employed at any one time during the school year" (Hansen and Jarvis 2000, 417). Considering the statistics on adolescents working, the question arises whether it is beneficial or harmful for students to work. How does it affect the academics of teenagers? Does it affect them socially? These are important questions for parents to ask. Research shows that teenagers who work ten to fifteen hours a week learn responsibility, but teenagers who work over ten hours a week have problems academically and socially."
Abstract This is a reflective essay on fear. The essay specifically talks about teenage driving. The teenager in the story dreamed about the car he wanted and what it would be like to drive the car. After getting the car and his/her drivers license he/she takes a friend home that lives in the country. Not knowing how to drive in the country leads to the event of fear. The paper discusses the feelings of the writer.
From the Paper "The Country Road: "14 percent of all deaths due to motor vehicle accidents are teen drivers" (Teens Driving Fatality Statistics, 2005). Most teenagers look forward to obtaining their drivers license and most teenagers are warned about the above statistic at least a dozen times or more. From the time I had turned fourteen I dreamed of owning my own car and driving my friends around town in a cool car with the radio blasting. It would be great! From dreams at night to day dreams at school I could see myself behind the wheel of my own car that was polished and shone with sun-rays. I was ready to turn sixteen and pass my drivers test so I could drive my dream automobile. My dream car was a white Plymouth Surefire. It was a small compact automobile."
Abstract The paper explains that prior to the Internet revolution, teenagers were approached in person by adult predators to encourage them to participate in any number of illegal activities, to include prostitution and drug use. As the use of the Internet has evolved, however, predators of teenagers no longer must make their contacts solely in person, but have the ability to establish relationships with teens online and win their trust over a period of time. The paper emphasizes that because of the easy availability of the Internet in modern society, the social class, age or race of an individual teen that is approached over the World Wide Web is inconsequential to predators.
Looks at regions of the U.S. where teenage delinquency is prevalent and where it is less prevalent and examines the geographical conditions that contribute to delinquency.
1,900 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 6 sources, 2002, $ 71.95
Abstract This eight-page undergraduate paper discusses spatial distribution of teenage delinquencies in the United States. It will explain where delinquencies are more prevalent and where they are less prevalent and how geography plays an important factor in such type of behavior.
