What should I do if my friends smoke?

Discover strategies to tackle peer pressure related to smoking and maintain both physical health and social bonds while asserting personal choices.

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Understanding Peer Pressure and Smoking Among Teens It's not uncommon to find yourself in a situation where some of your friends have started smoking. As a teenager, navigating friendships can be tricky, especially when those friendships start to involve activities like smoking. Understanding why some teens start smoking and the pressures that come with it can help you make informed decisions and maintain your health and relationships. Many teenagers start smoking due to various reasons including curiosity, the desire to appear mature, or peer pressure. In fact, peer pressure is one of the leading factors influencing teens to start smoking....
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