Learning to look at the bright side of peer pressure

Adults tend to think of peer pressure as a negative trend. What they fail to acknowledge is the fact that peer pressure can be very positive for kids if they find the right friends. Read full article
April 08th, 2014 08:50 am

Peer pressure: Kids are known by the company they keep

Teenagers can get easily influenced by their peer group by engaging in negative activities. Parents should handle teen kids with care and skillfully guide them away from trouble. Read full article
April 01st, 2014 07:43 am

Teen stress: Help your teenage cope with the mental ordeal

Teens are just as prone to feeling stressed out as adults, but often lack the knowledge and skill to cope with it. As parents, it’s your job them out by teaching them stress management skills. Read full article
March 27th, 2014 07:11 am

Teens and peer pressure: You think you know everything? Think again!

Peer pressure is generally regarded as a threat with dire implications for kids. However, recent studies suggest that it may not be such a bad thing for the teens to experience after all Read full article
March 21st, 2014 08:13 am

Do shows like 16 and Pregnant encourage or discourage teen pregnancy?

Some studies indicate that shows like 16 and Pregnant which feature teen pregnancy encourage teens to give up their dreams and get pregnant. Others report differently. Read full article
February 12th, 2014 00:47 am

Rise in Teen Pregnancy linked to Peer Pressure in United States

30% of teen boys and 23% of girls are pressurized by their peers into having sex. Some girls end up getting pregnant. Statistics tell that peer pressure is one of the major causes of teen pregnancy Read full article
January 15th, 2014 00:37 am

Friendships and Peer Pressure Drives Sexting Behavior in Teens

Despite dangers involved, sexting has become quite common among teens. Research shows that teens sext as a result of peer pressure coming from close friends and school mates Read full article
January 01st, 2014 00:36 am

Cool to be Kind: Can Positive Peer Pressure Combat Bullying?

At one point or another, we have all been faced with peer pressure. However, at schools, positive peer pressure can be used as a tool to fight against bullying Read full article
December 31st, 2013 01:38 am

Is Poor Body Image Caused by Peer Pressure?

Could peer pressure push a teen towards body image issues? Peer pressure & body image problems can often go hand in hand. Parents need to stay vigilant... Read full article
December 03rd, 2013 01:03 am

Keep Your Teen Away From The Wrong Company

Parents should be vigilant about the company of friends their teens choose; because this will make lasting impressions on their personality and future Read full article
September 18th, 2013 01:33 am