American teens face a host of challenges these days, both inside and outside the classroom. A new Pew Research Center survey of US teens ages 13 to 17 reveals that, while boys and girls share some experiences, many of their struggles and pressures differ sharply. From academic expectations to social pressures, gender plays a defining role in the adolescent experience. The findings also show that teens themselves perceive noticeable differences in how boys and girls are treated and perform at school.
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