The evolution of the ecology of peer groups, from infancy to adolescence.

1. Peer Groups Stephanie Scharf CEHS 200: Chapter 8 Nov. 3, 2008

3. Peers equals, individuals who are usually of the same gender, age, and social status and who share interests

4. Ecological Model Real Life Example I am an only child. Therefore, my social interactions with peers took place only at school and church . Often, the friends I made would come visit in the evenings, where my parents would supervise our activities. Friends visit Make Friends CHILD PEERS FAMILY SCHOOL/ CHURCH

5. Purpose of Peer Groups

8. Evolution of Peer Interaction

13. Peer Groups and Play

15. Peer Group Organization

17. Ways Peer Groups Influence Behavior

21. Peer Acceptance Versus Rejection

22. Common Behavior Traits

23. Positive Peer Group Outcomes

25. Negative Peer Group Outcomes

32. Peer Groups Stephanie Scharf CEHS 200: Chapter 8 Nov. 3, 2008