As the parent of a high schooler I’m privy to information about my daughter’s friends and schoolmates in general. Sadly she reports that a large number of her associates are marijuana users, sexually active, and a few have experimented with meth. … More
When Mean Girls Play: Facing Peer Pressure Early
I remember so clearly the teen years. The epitome of being “fly” was having the latest hairstyle and clothes – just like my friends. Individuality was not the hot thing. It was all about blending in. Now that I’m wiser, I realize that the feeling of wanting to fit in and conform was what is known today as “peer pressure.” So I was more than ready to face this parenting battle in about 8-10 years when my 5 year old hit the teen years…. More
Peer Pressure from the High School “IN” Crowd – Supporting Our Daughters
I pay close attention to the tales of my teenage daughter, and it turns out that she is oftentimes the object of mild ridicule. She confesses that she is accused of being straitlaced and somewhat ... More
