Many Parents Worry That Their Children Will Be Lured into Negative

Many parents worry that their children will be lured into negative and unhealthy behaviors if they give in to peer pressure.What does research suggest about these fears?

A) These fears have no merit, as peer pressure very rarely influences the actions of adolescents.
B) These fears are only valid in Europe, where teenagers tend to be more reckless than in the United States of America.
C) These fears are valid for girls, but not for boys. Research suggests that girls "cave" more easily to the demands of peer pressure, while boys are more able to resist peer pressure.
D) These fears are well-founded, as teenagers of the same friendship group usually indulge in similar risky behaviors.