Under Pressure Under Pressure Lisa Damour

Under Pressure

Understanding and Addressing Stress and Anxiety in Young Women

by Lisa Damour

★ 4.3 17 min read

About This Book

The Weight Girls Carry (2019) examines the unique obstacles facing young women as they progress through their school years and beyond. Using her extensive background in clinical psychology, Lisa Damour offers guidance on how adults—from parents to educators—can support girls in managing the disproportionate levels of stress and anxiety that impact their lives.

Who Should Read This?

  • Parents seeking to strengthen their parenting abilities
  • Feminists interested in understanding contemporary female psychology
  • Teachers and school administrators working with young women

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