True or False
Peer pressure only affects some people.
False, everyone has to deal with peer pressure at one time or another.
Several students are saying unkind things about another student. They start urging you to join in their comments.
Negative
1. Peers are:
A) people about your own age
B) classmates
C) teammates
D) all of the above
D
Name two things kids might do to try to get other kids to do what they want
Tease, call names, threaten, say they’re not cool, exclude from group, ignore, etc.
What is Peer Pressure?
Peer pressure is the feeling that someone is pushing you toward making a choice. It can be positive or negative.
Only kids and teens have to deal with peer pressure.
False, adults have to work on resisting negative peer pressure too!
Your best friend wants you to go somewhere that could be interesting, but dangerous (e.g., to a flooded creek to watch the water).
Negative
2. In “peer pressure,” the word pressure means:
A) hurt
B) push
C) influence
D) ignore
C
Name two reasons why kids might give in to peer pressure.
To seem cool, to seem brave, to get in with a group of friends, to impress others, etc.
Act out one form of negative peer pressure.
The "Huddle"
The "Look"
The "Example"
People can influence each other without even speaking.
True. The way people dress and what they choose for activities influences others. Like, playing Fortnite or wearing Adidas clothing.
You’re studying for tomorrow’s quiz when some of your teammates come by. They want you to shoot some hoops with them. “You’re not going to nerd out on us, are you?,” they ask.
Negative
A friend is someone who:
A) Encourages you to break the rules.
B) Wants you to be just like him/her.
C) Respects you for who you are.
D) Makes fun of you when you don't follow him/her.
C. Respects you for who you are.
Name two ways friends can be a bad influence on each other.
They can encourage each other to cheat, lie, steal, bully others, act lazy, act disrespectful, not do their homework, etc.
Give an example of what peer pressure sounds like.
"You are not my friend." "Chicken" "You won't get into trouble." "Just Do It"
Having self-confidence can help you resist peer pressure.
True. If you feel good about who you are, you are less likely to give in to peer pressure.
You’re at the store, wishing you had enough money for some candy. Your friend says, “Just take it! It’s no big deal. The clerk’s not even looking.”
Negative
A good way to handle peer pressure is to:
A) Use Humor
B) Make Up An Excuse
C) Walk Away
D) Just Say No
E) All of the Above
D) All of the Above
Name two ways friends can be a good influence on each other.
They can encourage each other to work hard in school or sports, try a positive new activity, believe in themselves, exercise, read a new book, be kind, be honest, etc.
Act out an example of positive peer pressure.
Anything that encourages others in positive and healthy ways.
Peer pressure can be negative or positive.
True. When people encourage us positively to do something, it is positive peer pressure. When people encourage us to do something that we know is wrong or we are uncomfortable with, it is negative peer pressure.
Your friends are trying to get you to try out for the school musical, but you’re not sure you have the guts. “Come on, do it! You have a great voice,” they say. “We’ll be there to cheer you on.”
Positive
Peer Pressure is:
A) Always Negative
B) Always Positive
C) Positive or Negative
D) Neither Positive or Negative
C) Positive or Negative
Name the three steps involved in making choices or decisions.
Stop (What does the friend want me to do?)
Think (Is it Healthy, Kind or Safe? What are the positive or negative consequences? What could happen if I do it?)
Go (Should I do it? Will you feel proud or regret it?)
Name three ways someone can stand up against peer pressure.
1. Just Say No
2. Walk Away
3. Make Up An Excuse
4. Use Humor
5. Change the Subject
6. Come Up With Another Idea