Adolescent Health & Mental Health

Peer Pressure

Adolescence and Peer Pressure
From the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, some down-to-earth information about peer pressure. [Now a .pdf/Acrobat file]

See also the University of Michigan web page which include general discussion, some wonderful interviews with preteens and teens about peer pressure, advice for parents, and a list of (book) references.

Adolescent Health & Mental Health
A guide to excellent internet resources on such current topics as anorexia, school anxiety, coping with disaster, dating, puberty, & adolescent health concerns. (Fenichel)

Friendships, Peer Influence, and Peer Pressure During the Teen Years
From the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, some down-to-earth information on both the positive and negative aspects of peer power. Newly expanded pdf/html information kiosk, with several web pages and .pdf articles to choose from.

Self-Esteem
A collection of websites which focus on success developing a positive self-concept. (Fenichel)

Violence: Prevention and Warning Signs
Here's a page put together after the Littleton, Colorado tragedy. Peer pressure can cause people to snap! Learn about the Warning Signs. Includes resources for teens, teachers, and parents. (Fenichel)

What is Cool? What's Hot, What's Not
A psychologist's perspective on peer pressure and self-esteem, and a discussion with a group of today's teens on "What's Cool" and what's not. (Fenichel)

CURRENT TOPICS IN PSYCHOLOGY | Self-Esteem | Teen Advice? | What is Cool?