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Good Girls

A Story and Study of Anorexia
By Hadley Freeman
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Good Girls by Hadley Freeman delves into the complex world of women's mental health, exploring societal expectations and how these influence personal well-being. Through a blend of personal narrative and broader societal analysis, the book examines the pressures to conform to the "good girl" stereotype and its implications on health. It's both an insightful look at the history of gender roles in health and a call to challenge these enduring norms.
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You might enjoy this insightful work if you're interested in exploring themes related to eating disorders and body image. The author, known for her candid and engaging style, offers a personal narrative that combines memoir and cultural critique. It's a compelling read for anyone looking to understand the complex dynamics surrounding health and wellness.

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Good Girls

A BEST BOOK OF 2023 IN THE TIMES, GUARDIAN AND WALL STREET JOURNAL

From Hadley Freeman, bestselling author of House of Glass, comes a searing memoir about her experience with anorexia, and her long journey to full recovery.

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A BEST BOOK OF 2023 IN THE TIMES, GUARDIAN AND WALL STREET JOURNAL

From Hadley Freeman, bestselling author of House of Glass, comes a searing memoir about her experience with anorexia, and her long journey to full recovery.

From the ages of fourteen to seventeen, Freeman lived in psychiatric wards after developing anorexia nervosa. For the next twenty years, she grappled with various forms of self-destructive behaviour as the anorexia mutated and persisted.

Anorexia is one of the most widely discussed but least understood mental illnesses. In a brilliant narrative that combines personal experience with deep reporting on the issues around the illness, Freeman details her experiences with anorexia, and how she overcame it.

Good Girls is an honest and hopeful story that will be profoundly helpful for those who suffer from an eating disorder, and those who desperately want to understand them.

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Good Girls by Hadley Freeman receives praise for its candid exploration of anorexia, offering both a gripping narrative and vital insights into the often misunderstood illness. Critics commend Freeman's honesty and bravery in recounting her experiences, with many highlighting the book's potential to influence perceptions about eating disorders. The work is seen as a crucial contribution to discussions on adolescent health, particularly regarding the pressures on young girls.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780008503956

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 13 April 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Fourth Estate Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 22.0mm

Width: 135.0mm

Height: 216.0mm

Weight: 290g

Pages: 288

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Biography & Memoir Education & Reference Hadley Freeman Happiness & Mental Health Health & Wellness Non-Fiction Self-Help & Personal Development Women's Health

About the Author

Hadley Freeman is the author of The Meaning of Sunglasses and Be Awesome and has been a columnist and staff writer for The Guardian since 2000, where she writes the popular β€˜Ask Hadley’ fashion column. She also contributes to US Vogue. She lives in New York and London.

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