Alyson, a 13-year-old girl, is an early maturer. Her body development is on the same pace as most of the 16-year-old girls in her neighborhood. After school, her peer group tends to be older girls and boys. The inclusion of a lot of older boys into her peer group puts Alyson at risk for ______.

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Alyson's association with older boys increases her risk for dating violence, as older peers may exert more influence and pressure in relationships.

Alyson, a 13-Year-Old Girl, Is an Early Maturer