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Mentioned in 5 episodes
Under Pressure
Confronting the Epidemic of Stress and Anxiety in Girls
Book • 2020
In 'Under Pressure: Confronting the Epidemic of Stress and Anxiety in Girls', Dr. Lisa Damour challenges readers to reframe their understanding of stress and anxiety.
She argues that stress can be a healthy stimulus for personal growth and that anxiety can play a key role in keeping girls safe.
The book explores various facets of girls’ lives, including home life, school pressures, social interactions, and online activities, to identify sources of toxic stress and anxiety.
Damour provides actionable steps for parents, educators, and mentors to help girls manage these pressures and maintain emotional well-being.
She argues that stress can be a healthy stimulus for personal growth and that anxiety can play a key role in keeping girls safe.
The book explores various facets of girls’ lives, including home life, school pressures, social interactions, and online activities, to identify sources of toxic stress and anxiety.
Damour provides actionable steps for parents, educators, and mentors to help girls manage these pressures and maintain emotional well-being.
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Mentioned in 5 episodes
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Adam Grant as the author of several New York Times bestselling books on teenagers and their mental health.
Adam Grant as the author of several New York Times bestselling books on teenagers and their mental health.
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Improving teen mental health with Lisa Damour
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Rich Roll as the author of three New York Times bestsellers, discussing how to protect kids while allowing them to build resilience.
Rich Roll as the author of three New York Times bestsellers, discussing how to protect kids while allowing them to build resilience.
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How To Be A Better Parent: A Primer On Mindful Parenting
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Jessica Lahey in relation to focusing on the process rather than the product in parenting.
Jessica Lahey in relation to focusing on the process rather than the product in parenting.
Jessica Lahey on Preventing Substance Abuse in Kids
Mentioned in the podcast conclusion as a resource for further learning on the discussed topics.
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