👥 What is Peer Pressure?

 

👥 What is Peer Pressure?

Peer pressure is the influence exerted by a peer group to make someone adopt certain behaviors, values, or attitudes — often to fit in.

🔄 Types of Peer Pressure:

• Positive: Encourages good habits (e.g., studying, healthy activities)

• Negative: Pressures one into risky or unwanted behavior (e.g., cheating, smoking)

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🧠 What is Bullying?

Bullying is intentional, repeated aggressive behavior that involves an imbalance of power. It can be:

• Verbal: Name-calling, threats

• Physical: Hitting, pushing

• Social: Exclusion, spreading rumors

• Cyber: Harassment via digital platforms

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🚩 Signs of Peer Pressure & Bullying

• Sudden behavior changes

• Avoidance of school or friends

• Loss of confidence

• Unexplained injuries or emotional distress

• Excessive need for approval

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🛡️ How to Deal With Peer Pressure

1. Learn to say NO confidently

2. Stay true to your values

3. Choose friends wisely

4. Seek support from trusted adults or friends

5. Practice role-playing refusal strategies

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🚫 How to Handle Bullying

1. Speak up — Report to teachers, parents, or counselors

2. Don’t retaliate — Stay calm and walk away if safe

3. Document incidents — Especially in cyberbullying

4. Support others — Be an active bystander, not a silent witness

5. Promote kindness and inclusion

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💬 Remember

• You are not alone.

• It's brave to speak up — not weak.

• Your self-worth is not defined by others' opinions or actions.