No More Mean Girls

The cruel and competitive behavior we used to see among high school girls is now appearing in elementary school, says a clinical social worker/therapist who narrates her audiobook with good clarity and reasonable vocal appeal. She attributes this trend to unfiltered exposure to negative TV models and the unbridled aggression so ubiquitous on social media. Young girls are also getting involved in social hierarchies sooner and without the emotional skills needed to keep their balance. Hurley shares inspiring stories of how young girls can learn to express themselves more clearly and stand up for themselves and others. These stories and the author's accessible insights will give listeners hope that there is a path for helping our daughters know themselves more positively, resist competing for status, and navigate social traps with more resilience. T.W. � AudioFile 2018, Portland, Maine