Self Realization Publications: Adolescent: Girl Power VIDEO (Studies indicate that as girls reach adolescence they undergo a crash in self-esteem unique to their gender. It is during this stage in life that girls are confronted with such critical issues as body image, sexual pressure, depression, relationship violence, date rape and eating disorders. In response to these issues, girls' clubs have sprung up around the country in an attempt to educate and empower young women on these subjects. Hosted by Girl Club founder Amy DeBower, this program supports Health, Guidance and Life Skills units on values and self esteem, resisting peer pressure, family life, growth and development, eating disorders, stress management and safety. At an actual girl club meeting, participants discuss their personal issues and relay how the meetings have helped them through tough times in their lives. Club members are comforted by the fact that they are faced with the same problems and are able to share their feelings in a safe environment. The program also outlines the four components of a girl club-talk, education, media awareness and action-and discusses the mentor-student relationship. )

adolescent

Girl Power

Studies indicate that as girls reach adolescence they undergo a crash in self-esteem unique to their gender. It is during this stage in life that girls are confronted with such critical issues as body image, sexual pressure, depression, relationship violence, date rape and eating disorders. In response to these issues, girls' clubs have sprung up around the country in an attempt to educate and empower young women on these subjects. Hosted by Girl Club founder Amy DeBower, this program supports Health, Guidance and Life Skills units on values and self esteem, resisting peer pressure, family life, growth and development, eating disorders, stress management and safety. At an actual girl club meeting, participants discuss their personal issues and relay how the meetings have helped them through tough times in their lives. Club members are comforted by the fact that they are faced with the same problems and are able to share their feelings in a safe environment. The program also outlines the four components of a girl club-talk, education, media awareness and action-and discusses the mentor-student relationship.

Grades 7 - 12, Adult , 25 Min. , © 1999

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