Young people are often influenced in their behaviours by others in the same age group. Some argue that peer pressure is important while others feel it has distinct disadvantages. Do the disadvantages of peer pressure outweigh the advantages?

[Argument: disadvantages of peer pressure outweigh the advantages] The debate surrounding peer pressure often hinges on whether its advantages outweigh its disadvantages or if it is the opposite.

[Argument: advantages of peer pressure outweigh the disadvantages] The peer group tends to exert influence on the way teenagers behave.