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190 REL ATIONSHIPS

Interactions SEE ALSO
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‹ 130–131 Social media
188–189 Friendships
At home and at school, in their social lives and hobbies, Peer pressure 192–193 ›
teens interact with many different people for many different Healthy relationships 198–199 ›
reasons. All of these interactions are important to their own
social development.

Different people, different roles
As well as family and friends, teens naturally cross paths
with many different people. From their doctor to their bus
driver, their friend’s brother to the cashier at the shops, these
interactions can be important elements in people’s lives. It
is through these moments that teens learn how to relate to
different people. For example, the way a person speaks to their
close friends is very different from the information they share △ Connecting online
with, and the way they speak to, a teacher – and yet both are Online social platforms allow people
essential relationships within the teen’s life. to interact with real-world friends
and online connections, too.

Making acquaintances ◁ Peers
Strong friendships
Acquaintances can be just as valuable as friendships in a provide support and
person’s life, with many people contributing through different close emotional bonds.
day-to-day interactions. This creates a sense of belonging in a
community and helps to hold a society together.

▽ Public transport
People end up in each other’s personal
space on public transport. Being courteous
to others can help relieve the tension, but
teens should seek help if someone makes
them feel uncomfortable.

△ Doing charity work
Charity work gives people a chance
to meet new people and introduce
the public to different ideas.

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