Too often, we assume peer pressure is harmful. We tend to associate peer pressure with one forceful person pushing another into doing something negative.
But there are plenty of positive ways peers influence their counterparts. Below are some of the positive impacts:
Can be motivating
Most college students can deal with the pressure properly. They can drive
themselves in a good way and put in a lot of effort.
Sometimes the peer pressure can help them get a good grade or achieve some improvement, promote the development of their interests and hobbies, and improve their adaptability to an unfamiliar environment.
In addition, trying new things can be hard. It takes courage and confidence. For young people, trying something new along with friends can be inspirational. Sharing new experiences with others can make them feel more comfortable. It can help them overcome their fears.
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Allows you to fit in
Fitting in feels good. It can even help contribute to overall health. Friends who make healthy choices for themselves may encourage you to do the same.
When you are new to a new environment and facing unfamiliar people
and things, everyone is under a certain amount of pressure. It may come from good classmates and strict teachers.
But in university life, there is all the interpersonal pressure that comes from peers, as everyone tries to find good friends and familiarize with the people around them more quickly.
The pressure they bring can also allow students to fit in better. Sometimes, family reasons can also cause peer pressure on students. If the gap between rich and poor is too wide it can put a lot of pressure on some students, and if some families have different education and philosophies it can also put a lot of pressure on students.
But if students think they are not rich enough, they will study harder for scholarships, take their studies more seriously to get a good job or take part time jobs on campus to earn more pocket money.
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