THE ROLE OF PEER GROUPS AND SOCIAL RELATIONSHIPS IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF AGGRESSIVE BEHAVIOR AMONG ADOLESCENTS
Keywords:
adolescence, aggressive behavior, peer group, social relationships, socialization, group influence, personality development.Abstract
This article analyzes the influence of peer groups and social relationships on the formation and development of aggressive behavior during adolescence. The significance of peer communication in adolescent personality development, the struggle for status within peer groups, mechanisms of social imitation, and the impact of the social environment on aggressive behavior are examined based on scientific literature. Furthermore, the importance of creating a healthy social environment for the prevention of aggressive behavior is highlighted.
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