Youth studies is an interdisciplinary academic field dedicated to the critical examination of the social, cultural, economic, and political experiences, transitions, and identities of young people across diverse contexts. It investigates the complexities of youth as a social category, exploring issues such as education, employment, health, identity formation, agency, marginalization, and their roles within societal structures, utilizing various theoretical perspectives and research methodologies to understand the dynamic nature of youth and its significance in contemporary society.