This paper will explore the impact of peer pressure on mental health. It will examine the various ways in which peer pressure can affect an individual's mental health, such as increased stress, anxiety, and depression. It will also discuss the potential long-term effects of peer pressure on mental health,
Peer pressure is a direct or indirect influence on peers, i.e., members of social groups with similar interests and experiences, or social statuses. Members of a peer group are more likely to influence a person's beliefs, values, religion and behavior. A group or individual may be encouraged and want to follow their peers by changing their attitudes, values or behaviors to conform to those of the influencing group or individual. For the individual affected by peer pressure, this can have both a positive and a negative effect on them.