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Book Review of Odd Girl Out: The Hidden Culture of Aggression in Girls

Odd Girl Out: The Hidden Culture of Aggression in Girls
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A discussion of the hidden culture of girl's aggression in our schools that is as widespread as it is painful. This book teaches parents, teachers, coaches and counselors how to help our daughters learn to cope. Some of the topics include: the subtle ways in which girls express anger; definitions of popularity and the inner workings of cliques; bullying across racial and socioeconomic lines; hidden jealousies, competition, and emotional abuse among close friends; and school attitudes towards girl bullying.