There are few youth clubs available for them to attend, which limits their chances to socialise and participate in new and exciting activities such as travelling, sports, dancing and creative arts. There are also hardly any opportunities for young people aged 13-15.
Between April and June young people undergo exams that will dictate their academic future. However, once these exams have ended there is great difficulty in seeking work as many places are already fully staffed.
Consequently, many young people become bored. They feel physically and mentally unchallenged and neglected, as their physical, emotional and social needs aren't being met by either the Government or even their primary carers. Young people feel undermined as individuals because of their age, and stereotyped in terms of their maturity level, which is causing them to lack faith in the Government and those in authority, such as teachers and police.
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