Peer pressure is the influence wielded by people within the same social group. It is also the term used to describe the effect this influence has on a person to conform in order to be accepted by the group. Often, peers are thought of as friends, but peers can be anyone of a similar status such as people who are the same age, who have the same abilities, and who share a social status. Peer pressure is commonly thought of in a negative light, but in reality, it's not always a bad thing. Learning about acceptable group norms can be a positive part of learning how to live with and socialize with other people. The way your child responds to peer pressure can indicate who they are as an individual. Peer pressure can range from subtle to overt, which means that some forms of peer pressure can be easier to spot than others. Being able to identify signs that your child is dealing with peer pressure may help you initiate a supportive conversation.

Sneha S Raj

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