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It's natural to identify with and compare themselves to their peers as they consider how they wish to be (or think they should be), or what they want to achieve. Adolescents are quite susceptible to this influence from their peers because they want to fit in, be like the peers they admire, do what others are doing, or have what others have. This is also due to the lack of self-awareness about their identity; whereas the peer influence ends up providing a sense of belonging which helps us clear their confusion.
This can also have an equally harmful effect on these teenagers' identity and behavioral patterns. It can put a lot of stress on this age group without understanding the morality of right and wrong when engaging in certain activities. It may pressure them into doing something they're uncomfortable with, such as shoplifting, doing drugs or drinking, taking dangerous risks when driving a car, or having sex before feeling ready.
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(a.) The pressure to conform (to do what others are doing) can be powerful and hard to resist.&nbsp;
(b.) A person might feel pressure to do something just because others are doing it.
(c.) Peer pressure can influence a person to do something that is relatively harmless &mdash; or something that has more serious consequences.
(d.) Giving in to the pressure to dress a certain way is one thing &mdash; going along with the crowd to drink or smoke is another.
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Such activities then become the mark of peer acceptance and approval which can come at a cost. 

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People may feel pressure to conform so they fit in or are accepted, or so they don't feel awkward or uncomfortable. When people are unsure of what to do in a social situation, they naturally look around their surroundings for cues about what is and is not acceptable.
Responding to peer pressure is part of human nature &mdash; but some people are more likely to give in, and others are better able to resist and stand their ground. People who are low on confidence and those who tend to follow rather than lead could be more likely to seek their peers' approval People who are new to the group, or inexperienced with peer pressure may also be more likely to give in.
Using alcohol or drugs increases anyone's chances of giving into peer pressure. Substance use also impairs judgement and interferes with the ability to make good decisions.
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(a.) choosing the same clothes, hairstyle or jewellery as their friends.
(b.) listening to the same music or watching the same TV shows as their friends
(c.) changing the way they talk or the words they use.&nbsp;
(d.) doing risky things or breaking rules
(e.) working harder at school or not working as hard
(f.) dating or taking part in sexual activities
(g.) smoking or using alcohol or other drugs.
Teenagers are sometimes more likely than adults to make quick decisions without thinking through the consequences. This is because the parts of the teenage brain that handle planning and impulse control don&rsquo;t completely mature until about age 25. It can have a negative impact on their mental health, and such rash decisions can land these teenagers in serious trouble with the legal system as well.&nbsp;
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Peer pressure might result in teenagers:

We at Lissun do our best to provide much-needed guidance to all age groups, which can be beneficial to both them and their parents. A better understanding of the psyche of teenagers and a path to making better decisions for their well-being are urgently needed. Such an intervention can go a long way toward defining the teenager&rsquo;s confidence, worldview, and future endeavours. Let&rsquo;s solve it together for a better tomorrow.&nbsp;
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Growing up our parents usually chose our friends, putting us in play groups or arranging playdates with certain children they knew and liked. Now that we're older, we decide who our friends are and what groups we spend our time with. Besides close friends, our peers include other kids we know who are the same age, like people in the same classroom and grade, a sports team, or our community. 


Peer Pressure and Its Effects on Adolescents 

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