Consider the role of friendship during this period of life. How did your friendships change from middle childhood to adolescence? Can you recall being part of a clique? A crowd? How would you describe...

Consider the role of friendship during this period of life. How did your friendships change from middle childhood to adolescence? Can you recall being part of a clique? A crowd? How would you describe those groups in terms of attitudes, values, dress, orientation toward school, or involvement in high-risk behaviors? What are some lessons learned from high school peer relations that continue to be meaningful to you today?