Question

The influence of friends, especially of adolescence, and most often a major contributor to the initiation of substance abuse is :

• A. Peer pressure
• B. Group pressure
• C. Cohesion
• D. Intra personal relationship

Answer 1

Answer:

A. Peer pressure

Substance Abuse

• Substance abuse, also known as drug abuse.
• The use of illegal drugs or the use of prescription or over-the-counter drugs or alcohol for purposes other than those for which they are meant to be used, or in excessive amounts.
• Substance abuse may lead to social, physical, emotional, and job-related problems.
• Peer influence is regarded as one of the strongest determinants of juvenile delinquency and particularly adolescent substance use.
• A commonly held view is that social pressure from friends to use drugs and alcohol is a major contributor to substance use.