Youth unemployment has become a worldwide problem, and it’s not one to be taken lightly. Research found that long periods of early unemployment can lead to what economists refer to as “structural dependence problems”. In other words, when young people are unemployed for long periods they are more likely to have employment difficulties for the rest of their work lifetime. Recent psychological research shows unemployment can lead to clinical signs of anxiety and depression. Inability to find work reduces self-confidence and create feelings of isolation. The psychological effects are arguably more damaging than the economic effects.

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A large number of millennials are breaking apart from the norm by becoming freelance workers instead of looking for full-time positions. LIKE & COMMENT if you know someone working freelance….

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Did you know that only 10% of high school graduates without a college degree feel prepared to enter the workforce? REBLOG to share this statistic with your friends! 

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With the ever-increasing cost of tuition and the highest youth unemployment since WWII, people are beginning to take the idea of creating one million new public service positions more seriously. LIKE or SHARE this if you think a program that would help young people pay for college and serve their country at the same time is a great idea!

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