Why the angry adolescent?

The angry behavior of youth today is not a phenomenon but one that is becoming more widespread. The reasons behind it are many and varied. Government commissions formed to review the circumstances and prospects of children in America have repeatedly pointed out the needs of youth, but their recommendations have largely been ignored. That "we get what we give" is particularly true in regard to the behavior of our youth. A national commitment must be made to fulfill the basic needs and rights of all young people. They must be given responsibility for their own acts, and the transition from adolescence to adulthood must be facilitated by concerned, caring adults.