The Institute for Public Policy Research is carrying out a study of youth policy. Researchers have found that "non-cognitive" social and emotional skills, such as self-esteem, are key to making a successful transition to adulthood. These can be developed through interaction with peers, institutions, the local environment, and parents.
However, it is thought that non-structured activities, such as hanging around with friends at a youth club, have a negative effect.
Julia Margo, a research fellow at the think-tank, said: "Hanging around has a detrimental effect on social development."
The report is likely to be published in September, after which a debate will disseminate the findings in October.
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