Ungdomar

Ungdomar is the Swedish term for youth or young people. It refers to individuals in the transition between childhood and adulthood, a period characterized by rapid physical, cognitive, and social development. The age span associated with youth varies by context and organization; international definitions commonly place youth roughly between 15 and 24 years old, although some definitions start earlier or extend later.

During this stage, education, training, entry into the labor market, and formation of identity are central. Health, well-being, relationships, and civic involvement are influenced by family, school, community, and digital environments.

Policy and research: Governments and international bodies study youth needs to inform education systems, health services, and social programs. Topics often include mental health, substance use prevention, sexual and reproductive health, academic achievement, and digital safety. Youth participation in politics and civil society is encouraged through volunteering, youth councils, and youth organizations.

In cultural contexts, ungdomar are depicted in media and literature and form subcultures and peer groups that shape norms and opportunities. The term emphasizes both shared experiences of adolescence and diverse backgrounds among young people.

See also adolescence, youth rights, youth policy.