True/False
There are two kinds of peer pressure.
True. Positive and negative peer pressure.
Being assertive shows respect for _________ and others.
Being assertive shows respect for yourself and others.
What does is to mean to have strength in numbers?
Hang out with friends who make the same positive choices that you make. It is easier to say "no" when you have friends who will back you up and support your decision.
What refusal skill is this person using?
"Let's go play basketball instead."
Suggesting a different activity
My friend keeps saying he wants me to let him cheat off of my test. He said if I don't let him he won't be my friend anymore. This is an example of positive peer pressure.
False. This is an example of negative peer pressure.
Real friends will ________ your decisions and not push you to do something that makes you uncomfortable or could get you into trouble.
Real friends will respect your decisions and not push you to do something that makes you uncomfortable or could get you into trouble.
How could you avoid a situation when you might need to refuse negative peer pressure?
Stay away from a place where you have heard that kids often do things that make you uncomfortable.
What refusal skill is this person using?
"No, thanks...No, thanks...No, thanks."
Skipping CD
Positive peer pressure is when others influence you to make unhealthy choices.
False. Positive peer pressure is when others influence you to make healthy choices.
________ peer pressure is when others around you pressure you to do something that is unhealthy for you.
Negative
How could suggesting a different activity help the situation?
It allows people to have an alternative choice and make a better choice.
What refusal skill is this person using?
"I am not doing that. I would get into so much trouble with my parents! I would get grounded."
Give a Reason
True. This is something that could happen if you refuse to give into negative peer pressure. It is important to surround yourself with friends who make the same positive choices as you and will support you.
My friend is keeps trying to get me to join soccer. This is an example of ________ peer pressure.
My friend is keeps trying to get me to join soccer. This is an example of positive peer pressure.
Is it wrong to say "no" without giving an explanation why?
No, it gives the clear message that you do not want to participate in the activity.
What refusal skill is this person using?
"I am not the kind of person that cheats."
Self statement