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Explore the dynamics of friendships and the impact of peer pressure in your life. Friendships are invaluable relationships built on trust, affection, and shared interests, while acquaintances can evolve into close friends. Discover the benefits of having friends, such as effective communication, problem-solving, and emotional support. Learn about the traits of a good friend and the importance of strong friendships. Additionally, understand peer pressure and how it can influence your choices. Use the H.E.L.P. criteria to evaluate situations and resist negative peer pressure effectively.
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Friendship • is a relationship with someone you know, trust, and regard with affection • Your friends are usually people who live near you or who like the same things that you do
Aquaintance • Someone you see occasionally or know casually • Some of your acquaintances may become your close friends
Benefits of having friends: Teaches you to: • Communicate • Work out problems • Compromise (both sides agree to give up something) • Give others support • Consider other’s feelings • Let you share your life (good and bad)
Peer Pressure • Peers: people closest to you in age who are a lot like you • Peer pressure: the influence that your peer group has on you • Use the H.E.L.P. criteria to recognize negative peer pressure (Healthful, Ethical, Legal, Parent approved)