The term teenager applies to young people aged 13-19. Teenagers, arguably, usually receive bad press, this is because of the stereotypes that are based about them. The main stereotypes are that teenagers tend to be ; rebellious, loud, wild and irresponsible. Teenage-hood is the transitional period from childhood to adulthood. Its also a period of physical growth, and at this time teenagers learn and acquire new skills. The term and concept of teenage hood was quite recent, it came to attention in the 1950's, this is because there was a teenager marketing category after the second world war because after the mass destruction a lot of post war redevelopment had to happen which mean the economy grew and many teenagers were working, this meant it was the first time young people had disposable income, so film makers gave them something to spend on
There are many sub genres that are common with teenagers, these are ;
- Sci-fi
- Horror
- Comedy
- Teen Drama
- Musical
- Thriller
- Crime
- Romance
- Rom-com
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