Peer Pressure
What does “peer pressure” mean?
Influence from friends or peers to act in a certain way.
What is a polite way to say “no” to peer pressure?
No thanks, I’m good.
What does “conflict” mean?
A disagreement or argument between people.
Your friend pressures you to skip class. What’s the best choice?
Say no and go to class.
What does it mean to be an “active listener”?
Paying attention, making eye contact, and showing you understand.
True or False: Peer pressure is always negative.
False — it can be positive or negative.
What is one nonverbal strategy to resist peer pressure?
Walk away / leave the situation.
What’s the first step in solving a conflict peacefully?
Stay calm and listen.
You and a friend want the same game but can’t both play first. What’s a fair solution?
Take turns or flip a coin.
Why is using a calm tone important in a conflict?
It helps prevent the situation from getting worse.
What is an example of positive peer pressure?
Encouraging a friend to study, join a club, or make a healthy choice
What is the “buddy system” strategy?
A: Having a friend with you to support your choices and stand up to pressure.
What is “compromise”?
When both sides give up something to reach an agreement.
A group is teasing someone and tells you to join in. What should you do?
Refuse and stand up for the person / walk away.
What does it mean to “agree to disagree”?
Accepting you may not have the same opinion but respecting each other anyway.
What is the best first step when you feel pressured to do something you don’t want to do?
Say "no" firmly and confidently.
If someone won’t stop pressuring you, what should you do?
Involve a trusted adult or authority figure.
What is one “I-message” you could use instead of blaming?
“I feel upset when you interrupt me, because I want to be heard.”
Two classmates argue loudly in class. What’s a good conflict resolution step?
Encourage them to calm down and talk it out respectfully.
What does “respectful body language” look like when someone else is talking?
Facing the speaker, not rolling your eyes, and keeping a calm posture.
If two people are arguing about something, what is the best way to identify the problem?
Find out exactly what both people are upset about
Name three refusal skills you can use to resist peer pressure.
Saying no, giving a reason, changing the subject, walking away, using humor, or finding support.
4-Steps of Conflict Resolution
Stay calm and listen
Identify the problem
Brainstorm Solutions
Agree on a solution and follow up
A friend is upset you didn’t invite them to hang out. How can you resolve the conflict?
Apologize, explain kindly, and plan to include them next time.
What is one respectful way to disagree with someone’s opinion?
Use kind words like, “I see it differently, but I respect your view.”