Overviews the major trends in youth studies from an Australian perspective, drawing on research from different societies to examine debates surrounding youth and economy, youth development, youth subcultures, transitions, and marginalization. Critiques mainstream conceptions of youth and programs designed for at-risk youth, and calls for greater democracy and equality in dealing with problems experienced by young people. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.
Young people grow up in varied circumstances with different priorities and perspectives. While youth does not exist as a single group we need to understand what is happening in young people's lives. Rethinking Youth challenges the conventional wisdoms surrounding the position and opportunities of young people today and provides a systematic overview of the major perspectives in youth studies.
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