Imagine a world where judgements did not exist, a world where people are not generalized or stereotyped in any way, especially because of their age or appearance. This is not so far fetched as this is an achievable reality. If managers, owners, and entrepreneurs gave young teenagers a shot in the workforce and allowed teenagers to prove that they are responsible and can handle a job, it would change the stigma that has surrounded them, un-warranted stigma. By dismantling these thoughts and notions, it will allow for much more opportunities for the average teenager, and provide a boost to their confidence. Teenage profiling must end in order to create an atmosphere where teenagers feel appreciated, understood, and free to realize their potential without these stereotypes.
Teenage stereotypes can be extremely limiting, but more than that, they are hurtful. Teenagers are full of goals and dreams and determination, but they are constantly dismissed as irresponsible, immature, or lazy solei based on their generalization. This can crush a teenager and hold them back from doing great and successful things in the world. Teenagers may experience significant mental health issues as a result of these stereotypes, making them feel silly or un-worthy. Even when a teenager is making an effort to balance school, sports, a job, and family obligations, they might still be labeled as careless or devious.
These misconceptions have the potential to cause long-term harm by depleting their self confidence, or maybe even stopping them from trying to find a job or be successful, if they constantly think that they are getting looked at differently. Every teenager should be judged for who they are, not for the misguided notions that society has placed upon them. We can create a more encouraging and compassionate atmosphere that supports the growth of young people by eliminating these hurtful assumptions.
Teenage stereotypes extends beyond just the individual thoughts of that teenager, they also influence how society thinks of and treats a whole generation. A stated before, employers might be hesitant to hire a teenager, seeing them as not committed, or even teachers may stop teaching to the highest ability because they already think that they are un-interested. This can prevent teenagers from getting the chance to prove themselves and change the narrative around them. Even so, teenagers can not do well in school without being suspected of cheating, even if they decided to turn things around and be better. Teenagers can provide fresh viewpoints and completely different, but possibly more efficient ways of working, but they keep getting denied that chance.
Stereotyping teenagers can prohibit them from doing all sorts of things. For example, what if a student needed community service for a school requirement, or maybe they are just passionate about helping out their community, this could possibly be hard for them as most adults would question their dedication and prevent them from doing what they really need to or even want to do.
The steps that need to be taken to break down these stereotypes needs to start with an effort from everyone to see the world differently and give teenagers a chance. This can include employers, parents, teachers, and all of society together. Teenagers need to be given the trust and opportunities that so many of them deserve.
If given these opportunities and given real faith, teenagers could finally thrive and most likely end up exceeding their expectations, all they need is to have somebody who encourages them and tells them they could do it. Given this spark, teenagers will go above and beyond to prove themselves and often end up surprising their employers.
Teenagers are the future, so why would we try and hold them back and stop them from reaching their potential. We should be motivating teenagers to try and think of an invention to save the world or something important, instead we are doing the exact opposite and holding them back from making a difference.
In conclusion, teenage stereotypes have completely tarnished the value that society holds teenagers in, and even their own self value. They create barriers and stop teenagers from doing great things or getting a job because society so selfishly paints them in a way that they are not to be trusted.
By getting rid of these stereotypes and finally providing teenagers with the opportunities and trust they need to make a difference, it can unlock so many things for them and enable them to do amazing things. Teenagers should finally be given the opportunities to prove themselves, and to look at them as unique and ambitious instead of weak and irresponsible.
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