And they may discuss personal problems more frequently with their friends than with their parents. Many of the activities they do during the day, they do together with friends. Attending class, taking tests, attending lessons at private tutoring schools. And after class they have fun together. They look upon the city as a playground and the commercial establishments as their hangouts.
Many shops cater to the younger generation.
Record shops install headset stands for them to listen to the latest CD releases. Game centers offer exciting computerized games where they can battle super villains. Some shops become natural hangouts. Fast-food restaurants, for example. For the price of a soft drink, they can sit and talk, or do their homework.