Peer-Group Influence during Adolescence
The most
characteristic social development during adolescence is the increased influence
of peer group. The adolescent picks up the habits and social qualities of his
companions. His interest, attitudes and values are influenced by peers. Peer
group relationship controls the social behaviour of this age. It is a very
powerful instrument in moulding social behaviour of teenagers. It inculcates the
sense of loyalty, sympathetic attitude and the willingness to obey the social rules
and regulations. In the peer group, the adolescent learns to co-operate, to
lead and follow, to think for a common cause and to adjust in the challenging
social situations. The peer group satisfy
various psychological needs of children like acceptance, achievement,
affection, approval, belongingness, fame, recognition, expression of thought and
opinion etc… It is in the peer group that he continues to formulate and revise
his concept of self
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