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machines, work may be the first time that their skills are recognized, Ms. Beck points out. It may also help teens learn to manage money wisely and provide an outlet for their maturing skills, one of which may be balancing a busy schedule.

On the other hand, according to Ms. Beck, there are disadvantages or pitfalls to teens working. "Research indicates that extensive parttime work during the school year undermines a teenager's education, and can lead to increased drug and alcohol use.”

Sometimes homework and extracurricular and other activities take a backseat to a teen’s job. Also, rather

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