Question

List any five ways by which an adolescent can handle peer pressure.

Answer 1

Ways in which an adolescent can handle peer pressure are:

1. Be aware of your feelings: If a situation feels wrong or uncomfortable, trust your instincts. Even if friends think it is acceptable, it may not be right for you.
2. Plan in advance: Think ahead about how you would respond in different situations. Decide what you can say or do when faced with pressure.
3. Communicate openly: Speak to the person who is pressuring you, explain how their actions make you feel, and clearly tell them to stop.
4. Use a secret signal: Have a code or signal to communicate with your parents when you need help.
5. Make an excuse if necessary: It is perfectly fine to say “no” without apologising or explaining. However, having a ready excuse may help make refusal easier.