Simmons, Rachel

"Rachel Simmons ... [argues] that girl competence does not equal girl confidence--nor does it equal happiness, resilience, or self-worth ... Simmons warns that we have raised a generation of young women so focused on achieving that they avoid healthy risks, overthink setbacks, and suffer from imposter syndrome, believing they are frauds ... [She provides an] understanding of this devastating problem and provides practical parenting advice"--Provided by publisher.

A collection of writings in which girls discuss their own experiences of being bullied or bullying other girls.

Explores the issues surrounding aggression in girls, discussing why the signs of aggression are harder to recognize in girls than boys, how parents can help their daughter's deal with aggression, and the negative impact aggression can have on teenage girls' lives.

Explores the issues surrounding aggression in girls, discussing why the signs of aggression are harder to recognize in girls than boys, how parents can help their daughter's deal with aggression, the negative impact aggression can have on teenage girls' lives, and the growing problems related to cyberbullying.

Contends that expectations and pressures from adults in the lives of adolescent girls limit their ability to grow as individuals by enforcing the stereotype of the good girl, and provides strategies and tools for helping girls voice their opinions and concerns, be strong, and achieve their goals.

Explores the issues surrounding aggression in girls, discussing why the signs of aggression are harder to recognize in girls than boys, how parents can help their daughter's deal with aggression, and the negative impact aggression can have on teenage girls' lives.