IMPACT OF PEER PRESSURE TO THE DECISION MAKING OF GRADE 12 HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCE STUDENTS OF LMMACULADA CONCEPCION COLLEGE
Keywords:
peer pressure, adolescent development, academic performance, self-esteem, social influence, conformity, teenage years, student behavior, psychological impact, youth developmentAbstract
Peer pressure is a significant factor in adolescent development, influencing students' academic performance and self-esteem. It begins at an early age and intensifies during the teenage years, with students aged 11 to 17 often experiencing internal pressure to conform to the behaviors and expectations of their peers. The researchers employed a quantitative research approach and a descriptive research design. To determine the sample, they utilized simple random sampling. The presented data and insights revealed that, despite peer pressure, respondents were still able to make independent decisions without relying on the opinions of those around them. The overall data and findings indicate that while peer pressure can be overwhelming and influence decision-making, it can also have a positive impact on respondents, particularly when peers serve as a good influence or are active members of the community.
