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People deal with peer pressure all throughout childhood, but it is most noticeable during the middle school and high school years.

of Talk It Out, an online organization that is intended to help young people avoid making choices that will harm their health. “This is when a child is forming new friendships and choosing an identity among those friends. It is also the most common age for kids to start experimenting with alcohol, drugs, sexual activity and other risky behaviors. Very often, the drive to engage in this kind of behavior is a result of peer pressure. Adolescents who have larger circles of friends appear to be less influenced by the suggestions or actions of their peers, but the pressure to conform is very real at this age.” Unfortunately, friends whom you’ve had all of your life may suddenly turn their backs on you because you aren’t willing to smoke

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Peer Pressure to Smoke or Vape: Finding the Strength in You