Imagine a life without internet and having to work all day with no real source of entertainment. Life in the 1980s was exactly this. Teenagers would only have time to support the family and help out as much as they can. When comparing teenagers’ lives of 1980s to life today, multiple factors such as technology, economy, education and entertainment can prove that teenage life is easier in the present time. 

Technology was hard to come by in Albania in the 1980s. Personal computers and the internet were nonexistent. Landline telephones dominated communication, and government controls limited public access to information. The main forms of entertainment were radio and television. Nowadays phones, laptops, and the internet are all accessible to teenagers (ChatGPT. "Life in Albania in the 1980s vs. Life in Albania Now as a Teen."). Through social media sites, instant messaging, and video calls, they can communicate with friends and other students.  Information is easily accessible, and online tools have changed both study and education. Online streaming services, video games, and a variety selection of digital content have increased the variety of entertainment possibilities.

In the 1980s, opportunities for entertainment were limited. Kids would have limited access to internet unlike our teenagers today.(“How Teens Today Are Different From Past Generations.” Greater Good,). Kids back then would mostly play outside and do outdoor activities. Real life events were limited. Teenagers today will go out party, post on their socials, go to concerts or any other event happening and count that as a source of entertainment.("Childhood in the 1980s in Albania vs. Childhood Today in Albania"). However Kids back then in Albania would not have that kind of lifestyle or even close to it. Today, Albania is more accepting to cultural diversity and interchange. Albania has become more European in the sense of their tradition, and they have become more accepting on their kids choices.("Life in Albania in the 1980s vs. Life in Albania Now as a Teen.").

In the 1980s, the economy was really weak and dominated. Consumer products were in short supply and many people had difficulty getting basic needs.(“The ’80s Teen - centraljersey.com.”). Since the 1990s, Albania's economy has grown significantly. Many people's living standards have improved as a result of the country's opening to foreign business and tourism. Nowadays there are not a lot of people that struggle for food most of the Albanians now adays have enough to meet their needs, unlike in the 1980s.("Life in Albania in the 1980s vs. Life in Albania Now as a Teen").

The education was very different in the 1980s than it is in the present. The focus in the classrooms back then was mostly on the teacher and memorizing information. With little access to digital or technological resources, students' primary sources of education were textbooks and traditional classroom instruction.("Childhood in the 1980s in Albania vs. Childhood Today in Albania). The focus of today's classrooms is more on the individual student, with a focus on critical thinking, problem-solving, and teamwork. The way we access and share information has been completely transformed by technology, including computers and the internet. Learning has become more individualized and accessible through educational apps and online learning platforms.  The techniques and resources available for teaching and learning have experienced a major change, allowing for a more active and inclusive educational experience, even though the basics of education remain unchanged.(“How Teens Today Are Different From Past Generations.”).There are greater chances for higher education and career development thanks to improvements in education. Nowadays, there are more possibilities available to Albanian teenagers for pursuing their hobbies and job.

In conclusion, technology, economy, education and entertainment have improved for specifically teens since the 1980s. Now, we have more advances in technology, we have more possibilities to achieve our dreams, economy is wealthier, and education is now more modern to the point where we learn significally vast ideas.