Becoming popular among peers is what many teenagers strive for, and parents often welcome their desire, without thinking about the duality of the leader’s position.
Becoming popular among peers is what many teenagers strive for, and parents often welcome their desire, without thinking about the duality of the leader’s position. Yes, on the one hand, popular teenagers are better adapted to life and surpass their peers in many ways, they know how to make friends and have good relationships with their parents, says Professor Joseph P. Allen from the University of Virginia (USA), the author of the study conducted among schoolchildren of 7-8 grades. On the other hand, gaining authority, a teenager is often forced to obey the unspoken rules of a company that approves abnormal behavior, such as petty offenses, frivolities, or drinking alcohol. So, if your child has not reached the status of a star, this is by no means a reason for frustration.