9 Questions
What is the peer group, along with the family and the school, classified as?
A socializing agent
What is a key difference between the peer group and the family and school?
Power dynamics
What is one of the important things the peer group teaches its members?
To be independent from adults
What is an example of a negative effect of the peer group?
Imitating bad behaviors
What can be a result of teenagers' involvement in the peer group?
Neglect of their studies
What is the peer group's influence on the distance between teenagers and their parents?
It increases the distance
What should adolescents adopt, according to the text?
Adult values
What is the main conclusion about the peer group?
It is good or bad depending on the individual
What is a social skill that the peer group teaches its members?
How to get along with others
Study Notes
The Peer Group and Socialization
- The peer group is one of the three main socializing agents, alongside the family and school.
- It is distinct from the family and school in that it is comprised of equals, whereas parents and teachers hold more power.
Roles and Effects of the Peer Group
- Teaches independence from adults
- Teaches social skills, such as how to get along with others and handle difficulties
- Teaches values of friendship among equals, such as sharing hobbies and learning from others
Potential Negative Effects of the Peer Group
- May lead to imitation of bad behaviors, such as smoking, drinking, and fighting
- May result in neglect of academic responsibilities
- May increase distance between teenagers and their parents due to preference for social activities over learning
- Can lead to a focus on conformity over individuality and independence
Learn about the role of peer groups in socializing adolescents, and how they differ from family and school influences.
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