The lives of French teenagers cant be summed up in a one-size-fits-all description. Some young people are immersed in a rich heritage of formal education, gourmet foods, and high fashion, while others face daily tensions, poor living conditions, and discrimination. Yet despite these differences, there are certain experiences that French teens share with each other and with teens in other countries. Teens in France is part of Global Connections, a series that uncovers the challenges, pastimes, and customs of teens around the world.