Youth Studies: An Introductionis a clear, jargon-free and accessible textbook which will be invaluable in helping to explain concepts, theories and trends within youth studies. The concise summaries of key texts and the ideas of important theorists make the book an invaluable resource. The book also raises questions for discussion, with international case studies and up-to-date examples: The book discusses important issues within youth studies, for example: education and opportunity dependency and family relations identity and well-being health and sexuality citizenship. Suitable for a wide range of youth-related courses, this textbook provides a theoretical introduction to youth studies. It will appeal to undergraduate students on international academic and vocational courses.