The Peer Group Has a Powerful Effect on Human Conduct

question 25

Essay

The peer group has a powerful effect on human conduct and can have a dramatic influence on decision making and behavior choices.Discuss the various ways peers and delinquency are linked.

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Definitions:

Specific Needs

Particular requirements or desires that individuals or systems have for functioning and wellbeing.

Self-Actualizers

Self-actualizers are individuals who have realized their potential and have attained the highest level of psychological development according to Maslow's hierarchy of needs, focusing on personal growth and fulfillment.

Metaneeds

According to Maslow, higher-level psychological needs for realizing one's full potential and expressing one's uniqueness.

Full Development

The complete growth or realization of an individual's potential or capabilities.