Throughout a student's education they more than likely will experience a form of peer pressure. Arming students with the knowledge and skills to refuse negative peer pressure and support positive peer pressure is essential. These activities will help you get these important messages across.
Help students identify the risks and benefits of peer pressure and if one of those outweighs another.
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Peer Pressure: Risks and Rewards
Directions: Imagine a scenario in which you might face peer pressure. This could be something you anticipate happening, but make sure it's realistic. Then follow the prompts to assess risks and benefits of saying yes and saying no.
List at least 2 benefits:
List at least 2 risks:
Scenario:
Saying "Yes"
List at least 2 benefits:
List at least 2 risks:
Saying "No"
Do the risks outweigh the benefits? Are they worth it?
Is this a scenario of good or bad peer pressure and why?