Teen Behaviour
There comes a time in one’s life when they leave adolescence and enter the teenage years. During the teen years, thoughts about bodies, opposite sex, and sexuality come into mind. Over the decades, there has been a drastic change in teen behaviour. Some of these changes include sexual activity, violence, alcohol and drug abuse. This change often puzzles people and they wonder how it happened. Could it be the media or peers? The teenage years are a time to experiment and take risks. It is a time to define one’s self as an individual. (Ainsworth 167) Some of the things teens experiment on are drugs, alcohol, and cigarettes. Alcohol is the most commonly used drug next to cigarettes, then hallucinogens. The fact that is it illegal for a person under nineteen years of age to use cigarettes and alcohol does not stop them. They are made readily available to youth. Why do Teens tend to use drugs because of peer pressure, depression, problems at home, social trouble, and rebellion. (Craig 146) Drugs make them feel better about themselves and take away their inhibitions. At the time when being socially accepted is crucial, kids are
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Approximate Word count = 1917
Approximate Pages = 8 (250 words per page double spaced)
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