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The post-1990s generation is often described as self-centered and always asking for help. However, research results have painted a rather different picture. The post-1990s generation is independent, strong-minded and hard-working, according to a Peking University report.
When it comes to learning and working, over 60 percent think their own interests are more important than others' opinions. Most of them see successful businessmen as their idols（偶像）. But it's not because they are rich. "Their strong belief in themselves and never-give-up spirit have won the hearts of the generation," the report said.
In addition, the post-1990s generation has a strong sense of social responsibility. Many of them have taken part in volunteer work. They also try to be responsible by studying hard.
In the UK, many of the post-1990s generation have given up the drinking habits that the past generations had, The Telegraph noted. Most of them now have healthier hobbies, such as knitting（编织）and cooking. "It's hard to find time for a hobby if you are going out drinking, "Kate Payne, author of The Hip Girl's Guide to Homemaking, told The Telegraph. Changes in their hobbies have also helped them learn good manners. The 2013 Youth Justice Statistics report in the UK showed that young people are less rude and noisy in public.
However, a generation's traits don't belong to every single person in it. "It's what you do that can make you the kind of person you want to be, "said Cheng Dongfeng, director of the Youth Ideological and Moral Education Center of West Anhui University.
