The Power of Peers

The Power of Peers
Teens face peer pressure from various sources, school, activities, and social media. Shutterstock
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Do birds of a feather really flock together? The science says yes. People do tend to choose friends who are similar to them. You also become more like your friends over time. And that can influence your health.

Many behaviors spread socially. Examples include how much you exercise, how much alcohol you drink, whether you smoke, and what foods you eat.

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