Peer Pressure on Youth for Success in Life and Carrier
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.66304/IJGIMR.2026.v1i1.17Keywords:
Youth, Peer Pressure, behavior, aspirations, ambitious, entrepreneurial, creative opportunitiesAbstract
The peer pressure often overshadows the benefits, as many young people feel compelled to engage in risky behaviors such as substance abuse, reckless spending, or unhealthy competition just to prove their worth or avoid rejection. In academic and career-related contexts, peer pressure can push youth to pursue courses or professions they have no genuine interest in, leading to dissatisfaction, stress and under performance later in life. The fear of being left behind socially or professionally often drives young people to imitate others without critically evaluating their own strengths, weaknesses and aspirations.
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