19/02/2014

Stereotyping Affecting Teenagers Chance Of Employment Claims Survey

False stereotyping of young people in the media and wider society is having a negative effect on both self-esteem and employment opportunities, a survey has revealed.

The survey, conducted by Demos and supported by the National Citizens Service (NCS) found that some 81% of 14-17-year-olds feel "unfairly represented" in the media, with 85% saying that the negative stereotyping affected their chances of getting a job.

Think tank Demos polled both 14 to 17-year-olds and their teachers as part of a study into the social and political attitudes of the next generation.

The poll found that up to 80% believe they were more concerned with social issues than previous generations of teenagers, a claim that 66% of teachers agreed with.

The survey's full findings have been published on the Demos.co.uk website.

(MH)

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