SP: Tips on how to handle peer pressure (Sandhya)

Ratan informs us "There have been times when my son Ranvijay has been swayed by his peers. He once bunked school and lied about his whereabouts. I was very upset about this. It is difficult for children at times to not follow the crowd. Parents should help their children by keeping a watchful eye. Reprimanding a child may not always work. Parents should make them see that they have a choice and need not be pressurised."

"I had bunked school recently. My seniors were planning to bunk a few classes and I to became a part of their plan. I felt very pressurised and wanted to impress them. I got into trouble, at home as well as at school for bunking.I wish I have not listened to my senriors, my mummy would not have been angry with me if I had not bunked. My mummy made me understand, I was wrong, next time I will be more careful." says Naksh.

Sandhya tell us "It is so easy for youth to be under pressure by peers. I think such pressures can be dealt with if a person stands firm on their principals. Every individual should have their own set of rules they live their lives by. If any of our friend are forcing you to do something you do not want to do then approach your parents, they will certainly help you out of the problem."

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Tuesday, August 13, 2013