Adolescent life style and behaviour: a health domain yet to be explored

Madam, today the world is home to the largest generation of 10-19 year olds in history; they number over one billion and are increasing. The demands on young people are new and unprecedented; their parents could not have predicted many of the pressures they face. How we help adolescents meet these demands and equip them with the kind of education, skills, and outlook they will need in a changing environment, will depend on how well we understand their world.