Peer pressure and teenagers
Teenage peer pressure is common and it's natural for you to worry about your child if it’s negatively impacting their daily life. There are a number of things that you can try to help your teenager manage peer pressure. If you'd like to understand more about peer pressure, read our fact sheet on peer pressure and teenagers.
Otherwise, see below for our top tips on what you can do to help your teenager manage peer pressure.
Understanding teenage peer pressure
Peer groups play a large role in young people’s lives. Discover how to teach your teen to recognise peer pressure and develop their individuality.
Support your teen to deal with peer pressure
Peer pressure can have a lot of influence during adolescence. Learn how to support your teenager if they're dealing with peer pressure.
Encourage positive peer pressure
By learning how to encourage positive peer pressure, you can help your child identify when they can be a force for good in their social group.
Help your teen strengthen their friendships
Read our guide to helping your child develop their emotional intelligence and build strong, meaningful friendships that feel authentic to them.