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How the 90s shaped a different youth culture

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In the 90s, many things that today's girls and boys embrace, such as alcohol, tattoos, and handkerchief-sized garments, were not allowed. Several factors contributed to this, including strict family values and parental supervision.

Alcohol was not part of courtship; it was not part of the love matrix. Lovers met in alcohol-free venues to nurture their relationships, often discussing their feelings over meals rather than drinks.

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