Peer Pressure
Friends, classmates, and social media
True or false? taking a cold shower can quickly sober you up
False
What is peer pressure?
Peer pressure is the direct or indirect influence to do something the person might not want to do.
What can influence drinking
Tv shows, movies, and advertisements
True or false? alcohol can affect memory and decision making skills
True
Who can experience peer pressure?
Anyone at any age.
True or false? Many young people wish there was less drinking in their environment
True
What type of peer pressure might include statements like “it's cool, don't be boring” or “everyone is doing it.”
Direct peer pressure
True or false? alcohol can interact negatively with certain medications
True
How many teenagers experience peer pressure?
approximately 90% of teenagers experience peer pressure
Young people can form _________ about alcohol use by watching tv and movies
attitudes
True or false? alcohol leaves the body mainly through sweat and breathing
False