Recently in society many girls are concentrated on being popular, looking thin, wearing the newest clothes, and their social status. In addition to this, many books and television shows such as "Clique" and "Gossip Girl are advertising towards girls and pretty much saying that in order to be "cool or popular" you need obtain those qualities. This is resulting in a loss of self-esteem with many girls, eating disorders, and girls doing anything to obtain the unrealistic image presented in magazines, books, and TV.
Studies are proving that a series of books for teenage girls that center their attention on real-life situations, weight problems, alcohol, and divorce actually can improve the mental state for many girls and also lead to healthy weight loss and self-esteem boosts. The series, Beacon Street Girls, helped many over weight girls lose weight by exercising and promoting healthy eating habits. Researchers realized that reading can make a difference in a girl's health. Even though by reading a book you don't actually lose weight, it can prevent you from snacking and sitting in front of the TV.
Reading books that send the right messages to girls and discuss many issues that they might be facing more positively affects them and leads them towards making right decisions and a healthy life. Girls can more easily cope when reading books filled with advice and positive messages. Not only do book series like Beacon Street Girls present positive messages, but also provides something for girls to do other than making unhealthy choices like constantly snacking and sitting around.
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