Todays Adolescents in the Work Force

Every year , studies have showcased continued increase of working adolescents in American society . It may be argued that different factors are attributed to such scenarios . In addition , there are different motivations and reasons as to why adolescents resort to work . Given this kind of setup , different psychological effects and other important factors can be seen from the perspective not only of the adolescent but also in society

The challenges and difficulties felt by families have been the primary reasons as to why adolescents are forced to work . The economic disparities and

social status contribute greatly to the overall creation of such working class . On the other hand , though such situation may prove to be difficult for adolescents , several important psychological and personal positive outcomes can be seen in the process . With this , it can be argued that there are both positive and negative consequences brought about by adolescents in the workforce

Seeing this , the seeks to showcase the relevant roles of adolescents in the workforce . The first part of the looks into a brief background of adolescents involved in work . The next part of the shall address the issue of reasons as to why adolescents continue to work today . After such , the shall elaborate the psychological effects it contributes to individuals who work . Furthermore , the shall consider the preference of work versus extra-curricular activities . Lastly , the shall highlight its relative impacts to people and the contributions or skills it helps foster

History

Adolescent work has been present since the past . There have been many significant developments in history that catapulted people to consider the overall welfare of these individuals . In addition , different cultural practices have been a key in adolescent work for people Befitting the traditions and developments , the adolescent workforce had undergone continued maturity over a period of time

During the Middle Ages and early years , children as early as seven are already entitled and capable to work which was dictated by society during the given periods . Weihberg argues that by age 7 or 8 , they were treated as if they had the mental capacities of understanding and feelings as adults (p .1 ) Seeing this , the relationship that was established here is more of a master-apprentice type . Weihburg further argues that the life cycle service was where the child would move out of their home and obtain apprenticeship to learn trade for a period of 7 years (p .1

However , during the 18th and 19th century , massive numbers of children are employed to give way for the Industrial Revolution . Child labor became an integral part of furthering development of the state . Weihburg states that children as young as five were deprived of an education and were forced to work all day or all night with little pay in crowded factories (p .1 ) All this were the current scenarios during the time

However , different groups have advocated for the fair treatment of adolescent workers . This proved to be an effective way in ensuring that...