Peer pressure | Research Starters | EBSCO Research
Peer pressure, also known as peer influence, refers to the social influence exerted by peers—individuals who share similar age, social status, and interests—on one another's behaviors, particularly during youth and adolescence. This phenomenon is often associated with behaviors such as substance use, where peer dynamics can significantly impact decisions to experiment with alcohol or drugs. The complexity of peer influence arises from various factors, including biological development, ind...| EBSCO
