Peer pressure can exert a powerful influence on adolescent behavior. Whether it’s trying out new activities, experimenting with substances, or conforming to social norms, adolescents often feel pressure to fit in with their peers. Although “peer pressure” gets a...
Heather Wyatt, a mother from Mississippi, recently spoke out about her daughter’s suicide last September. She is sharing her family’s story in the hopes of raising awareness for the high rates of suicide among young people: suicide is the second leading cause of death...