Effects Of Social Pressure In Bahamian Society

Living in a society of many social ills. The family unit is not immune to said “pressures” that plague the society. Social pressure as defined by the Webster dictionary refers to the influence exerted by society in encouraging a person or persons to change his or her attitude, values or behavior in order to conform to group norms. Many social pressures are prevalent in Bahamian society some are of these are but not limited to unemployment, domestic violence or abuse alcoholism and substance abuse drugs
Firstly, the most common is unemployment, this affects the family in many ways in a two parent household where there is the source of two incomes when faced with the challenge of unemployment one parent can often provide a balance until the …show more content…
domestic violence is not a safe nurturing environment but many individuals keep quiet on such issue as it is seen as shameful this situation is like a garden that provides a solution someone ( the gardener) needs to stop the violence (pulls the weed out of garden ) improve family relationships and problem solving ( turn up the soil) and support for all family members ( add nourishment). The court is the weed destroyer and the counselor, a social worker is the support that gives the family the help it needs to become strong and healthy. So to combat this social pressure the problem must first be …show more content…
but unbeknownst of the effects until it is too late , .Many addicts just “ live in the moment” but it has a negative effect such but not limited to the neglect of important duties . Alcohol impairs one’s cognitive functions and physical capabilities, and this, at some point, will likely result in neglect of responsibilities associated with work, home life, and/or school. Alcohol is an addictive substance and can lead to physical dependence. Although a person who is physically dependent (i.e., has an increased tolerance among other side effects) is not necessarily addicted, ongoing drinking is a slippery slope that can lead to addiction. Children and extended family members, as mentioned, can become codependent on a loved one’s alcohol abuse, or at least be significantly affected. As a general rule, these people have a greater likelihood of having emotional troubles compared to children who grew up in sober homes. Early exposure to an alcohol abuser can also increase the child’s propensity to have a problematic relationship with alcohol. In general, children of individuals who abuse alcohol are four times more likely to abuse alcohol