Stress Peer Pressure

Stress and peer Pressure Peer pressure is felt when individuals of your own age try to make you change the way you think and behave with regard to; Alcohol, smoking, drugs Not attending school Sex Damaging property Stealing Disobeying or deceiving parents Hurting others One can cope with peer pressure through; Being aware that you are being put under pressure Thinking about the consequences of your actions, e.g. trouble with your parents, friends or teachers Deciding what is best for you Having the confidence to be able to say "NO" Becoming involved in activities that build your self-confidence