The present study examines the relative role of three distinct types of peer relationships
(reciprocated friendships, frequent interactions, and shared group membership) in within …

We explored peer acceptance and friendships during adolescence, and their relationship
with subsequent changes in the level of adolescents' academic achievement. Participants …

During adolescence, peer groups present an important venue for socializing school-related
behaviors such as academic achievement and school engagement. While a significant body …

Two samples of sixth-grade students were followed over time to examine relations of
number of reciprocated friendships, peer acceptance, and group membership to academic …

Peers become increasingly important socializing agents for academic behaviors and
attitudes during adolescence. This study investigated peer influence and selection effects on …

The results of the Peer/Performance Relationship Study build on previous research findings
demonstrating relational significance of peer influences to academic performance during …

Motivation, engagement, and achievement decline for many children during early
adolescence. There is increasing attention to the role peer relationships play in changes in …

The purpose of this study was to test a model of peer experiences and academic
achievement among elementary school children. This model postulates that the quality of …

Children who enjoy positive relationships with peers experience levels of emotional well-
being, beliefs about the self, and values for prosocial forms of behavior and social …

Examining the extent, nature, and scope of peer group influence on academic outcomes is
an important direction for future research to enrich our understanding of adolescent …