Damour addresses the key areas of young women’s lives impacted by stress - home, friendships, relationships, school and culture. A clear concise read that offers practical strategies for immediate implementation to anyone raising girls. The first part of the book was far more engaging than the second half as I found myself skimming every now and again.

It’s a common headline: We are in the midst of a scary mental health epidemic. It is apparent that stress and anxiety are much more common today than a generation ago and none of our teens seem to be immune. The teen years are a challenging time for parents, many of whom struggle to find ways to support their children without being overbearing. Lisa Damour’s new book Under Pressure takes a hard look at the stress today’s teens are experiencing and provides concrete examples of how parents can help. ...

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