Should I buy clothes for my child so he can dress like his peers?

Should I buy clothes for my child so he can dress like his peers?

Harvey Hoyo (President, California School Counselors Association) gives expert video advice on: Should I buy clothes for my child so he can dress like his peers?; How do I help my child resist peer pressure at school? and more...

As a wise parent, when you make the decision should you buy clothes that are similar to their friends, you have to be careful about the value in which you are modeling to your youngster. If the clothes are appropriate, then by all means. If the clothes are very expensive, beyond your means, or perhaps provocative in some way or inappropriate for a school setting, then I think you have to take a strong line and say, “No. This is not appropriate for school. You can wear this after school. You can wear this on the weekends, but really this isn't appropriate for school.” So really you have to look at it individually and where your child's friends are going.