A–Z Glossary

Conformity

The tendency to match group norms in order to maintain acceptance or fit in.

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Peer pressure in children explained

Peer pressure in children explained

What peer pressure means in childhood Peer pressure is any influence children feel from classmates, friends, teammates, or other children in their social circle. It may be direct, such as a child saying, “Do this or you cannot play with us.” It may also be indirect, such as noticing that everyone else is laughing, wearing […]

Positive vs negative peer influence

Positive vs negative peer influence

What peer influence means Peer influence is the way children change their thoughts, emotions, or behavior in response to classmates, teammates, friends, or online groups. It can happen directly, such as when a friend says, “Let’s do this,” or indirectly, when a child notices what their group praises, ignores, or punishes. Much of it is […]