We are all everyday psychologists . . .

We are all everyday psychologists. Psychology, the study of human behavior, is something all we use every day of our lives whether we realize it or not. The aim of this blog is to gather and reflect upon web-wide information about human behavior to enhance understanding of ourselves and others.

Tuesday, December 27, 2011

Self-Expression Protects Teens from Peer Pressure

Being able to talk about one's thoughts and feelings to trusted family and friends is important at any age. Recent research reveals, however, that teens who are able to talk freely to parents tend to be better able to resist peer pressure, including pressure to use drugs. This research review from WebMD explains more.

Teens Who Can Express Themselves More Likely to Avoid Drugs