Read book Under Pressure Confronting the Epidemic of Stress and Anxiety in Girls Book PDF EPUB

anxiety in girls.―—Sian Beilock, president of Barnard College at Columbia University and author of
Choke and How the Body Knows its Mind“In readily accessible and easily assimilated prose, Damour . .
. [makes] common-sense suggestions to help parents help their daughters in these highly competitive times.
Although few of these issues are new, Damourâ€s instructive book pulls them into the limelight yet
again, where they can be addressed by a new generation of parents and girls. Practical solutions backed by
solid research that will help many girls overcome their high levels of stress and anxiety.―—Kirkus
Reviews“Clinical psychologist Damour thoughtfully and compassionately discusses the many pitfalls
faced by adolescent girls today. . . . This is a remarkably thorough and accessible guide for raising girls
into strong, independent women.―—Publishers Weekly “Parents of adolescent girls will find this an
excellent choice for assisting their children in navigating day-to-day stress and struggles.―—Library
Journal “Damour offers practical suggestions for heading off stressful encounters and counteracting
their influences. Although aimed at parents, Damourâ€s sensible and empathetic approach will also be
reassuring for teens seeking guidance.―—Booklist