High turnover, seasonality, and work-school transitions are some reasons for high unemployment among young people; a recent longitudinal study suggests that recurrent and extensive joblessness among a relatively few persons may be an important aspect of the labor market. (Author)

Uncovers methodological, design, or questionnaire differences among surveys concerning youth labor force activity which may account for the discrepancies in employment and unemployment measures. (CT)

Presents an overview of historical trends for selected labor market indicators (unemployment rates, labor force participation rates, and employment-population ratios) for teenagers and young adults, with an analysis of these trends by race and sex. Reviews current explanations for the labor market problems confronting young people. (LRA)

A survey of postwar recessions shows that the increasing proportion of service sector jobs has moderated overall employment declines and that women in nontraditional jobs, Blacks, and youths bear a disproportionate share of job losses. (LRA)