Course Purpose

A very significant influence in children’s life comes from their peers. Peer pressure is extremely common. It can be felt with their classmates, teammates, in their friend groups and even with their older siblings. The way in which they deal with it is of importance. How to handle peer pressure is a common question that is asked. We all feel the need to be part of a social group. This is especially true during students in their early teens and adolescent years. There is a significant impact of peer pressure on teenagers. Teenagers may experience peer pressure in various situations. Hence, it is important to be able to differentiate between positive and negative peer pressure. This course has been created to help them with this exact dilemma! The objectives of the course contain the best guidance for overcoming peer pressure and shine in their true self!

Course Objectives:

• Understand the concept of negative peer pressure on teenagers and the way in which it operates.
• Differentiate between negative and positive peer pressure.
• Learn techniques to deal with peer pressure.
• Learn how to be part of a social group, while not succumbing to peer pressure.