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Part B

Pick two of the four peer pressure techniques— REASONING, REJECTION, PUT DOWNS , and UNSPOKEN PRESSURE. Describe an example that you have experienced OR can imagine happening for each.

Answer 1

1. Unspoken Peer Pressure

With unspoken peer pressure, a teenager is exposed to the actions of one or more peers and is left to choose whether they want to follow along. This could take the form of fashion choices, personal interactions or ‘joining’ types of behavior (clubs, cliques, teams, etc.). Many young teens lack the mental maturity to control impulses and make wise long-term decisions. Because of this, many teens are more susceptible to influence from older or more popular friends.

Answer 2

Answer:

Statement Type of Peer Pressure How it might influence a person's behavior

I’m shy. Drinking at parties helps me open up to people. unspoken pressure Answers will vary

I started using marijuana because all my friends do. If I don’t, they will call me a wimp. Put down

Answers will vary

I have promised my parents that I won’t smoke, but my friend convinced me that what they don’t know won’t hurt them. reasoning Answers will vary

Alcohol makes me spontaneous and funny, which makes people like me. unspoken pressure Answers will vary

My friends used to hang out after school and drink. They told me that if I wasn’t drinking I couldn't join them. rejection Answers will vary

All the “cool” kids in school smoke. unspoken pressure Answers will vary

My friend said, “Crack is not addictive, and we can quit anytime we want!” reasoning Answers will vary

I don’t want to be the only one not drinking at a party. unspoken pressure Answers will vary

I can't dance unless I’m drunk. unspoken pressure Answers will vary

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