Peer Pressure

Becoming a member of a peer group is one of the immediate effects of adolescence. Peer groups influence adolescent society and identity by allowing young people to explore individual interests and uncertainties while retaining a sense of belonging and rank within a group of friends. There may be costs associated with becoming a member of a group of people, which include substance abuse, risk-taking behavior and delinquency, and sexual behavior. For many young persons, substance …

…day temptations that surround you. Whether at work, school, or even a walk to the corner store. To resist these temptations we must all have inner strength. We must walk tall and not be afraid. We must know how to say no to negative and unhealthy peer pressure. Before we can respect anyone we must learn how to respect ourselves and following the negative temptations of your peers shows a lack of respect for yourself.