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adverse: negative or damaging cliché: an idea or concept that is commonplace or overused conform: to change to meet the expectations or requirements of others convoluted: difficult or complex, often needlessly so socioeconomic: referring to a person’s place in society, which is affected by their financial situation Negative peer pressure occurs when someone who is a friend or part of a group you belong to makes you feel that you have to do something, such as smoking or vaping, to be accepted. WORDS TO UNDERSTAND

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