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Social Networks and Social Influences in Adolescence

• By John Cotterell

• Price: $34.95
• Binding: Paperback (also available in Hardback)
• Pages: 256
• Published by: Routledge
• Publication Date: 23rd May 1996
• Illustrations: 7 line figures
• ISBN: 978-0-415-10974-1

About the Book

Adolescence is a crucial time for the development of social identity. Some young people ease effortlessly into friendships with their peers whilst others experience the pain of rejection or become involved with antisocial groups or gangs.
Social Networks and Social Influences in Adolescence is divided into three parts, part one examines the nature of peer groups in different settings including classroom groups and gangs, and examines the influence of these groups on individuals. Part two explores young people's behaviour in the wider social environment and the implications of social acceptance or rejection for academic motivation, aggression and health risk behaviour. Finally, part three describes how professionals can support adolescents in building social attachments, giving practical examples of how this is being done in various communities. Social Networks and Social Influences in Adolescence will prove invaluable for students and professionals working with young people.

Table of Contents

List of tables and Figures 1. Introduction: Adolescent Relations: Themes and Theories Part I. Social Relation Introduction 2. Peer Group Structures and Group Life 3. Friendship: The Core Relationship 4. Loneliness and Peer Rejection Part II. Social Influences Introduction 5. The Influence of the School on Social Relations 6. Peer Pressures on Health Risk Behaviour 7. Antisocial Behaviour in Groups and Crowds Part III. Social Support Introduction 8. Social Relations and Support in Adult-Organised Settings 9. Schools as Supportive Environments. References. Index.

About the Author(s)

John Cotterell is a senior lecturer in the Graduate School of Education at Queensland University, where he teaches courses on adolescence and educational environment. He has worked as a teacher, researcher and youth leadership trainer and has written extensively on adolescence.