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“American Psychological Association, the girlie-girl culture’s emphasis on beauty and play-sexiness can increase girls’ vulnerability to the pitfalls that most concern parents: depression, eating disorders, distorted body image, risky sexual behavior.”

Quote by Peggy Orenstein

Book:Cinderella Ate My Daughter: Dispatches from the Front Lines of the New Girlie-Girl Culture

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Cinderella Ate My Daughter: Dispatches from the Front Lines of the New Girlie-Girl Culture

The book delves into the societal pressures and commercial influences shaping the girlie-girl culture, exploring the consequences on young girls' development and self-esteem. more

Author

Peggy Orenstein

Peggy Orenstein is an American author known for her insightful exploration of women's growth and gender roles. Her work delves into the multifaceted identities and challenges faced by women in modern society, particularly the experiences of teenage girls and young women. more

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