Peck explains the adversities that recent graduates face as they enter the workforce during a recession. Young adults are likely to see their life chances diminished during a recession and suffer through economic and psychological harm. I found it astonishing that graduating during an economic slump could cost you $100,000 over the course of your lifetime. The author explains that the lack of opportunities played a huge role in the reason why graduates did not obtain a professional occupation. I found it shocking that employers job offers declined 21% in a year. As more time passes it becomes harder for a student to recover and succeeded because they are now competing with a fresh new class of graduates with out white space on their resume
