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“Girls developed eating disorders when our culture developed a standard of beauty that they couldn't obtain by being healthy. When unnatural thinness became attractive, girls did unnatural things to be thin.”

Quote by Mary Pipher

Book:Reviving Ophelia

Work

Reviving Ophelia

This book delves into the complexities of adolescence, focusing on the lives of teenage girls and the societal pressures they face. more

Author

Mary Pipher is an American psychologist known for her in-depth research on adolescent mental health. Her books, such as 'Reviving Ophelia' and 'Reading Mother Goose', delve into the psychological world and growth experiences of adolescents. more

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