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Friends pressure you to do something wrong. What can you do?

Say no, walk away, and get advice from a trusted adult.

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  1. Walk away ✔
  2. Do it to fit in
  3. Keep following them

Why: Real friends should not require you to do something wrong. Leave the situation and ask a trusted adult for support if needed.

Huh, didn't know that: One friend who also says no can make pressure easier to resist.

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Why did the fork stop hanging around with the spoon? Because the spoon kept stirring up trouble.
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Answer: Walk away. Real friends should not require you to do something wrong. Leave the situation and ask a trusted adult for support if needed.

  1. How to Handle Peer Pressure kidshealth.org/en/kids/peer-pressure.html
    You can tell them, ‘Nah’ and walk away.
    Checked 2026-10-11.

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