The Doctor's Complete College Girls' Health Guide: From Sex to Drugs to the Freshman 15

by Jennifer Wider

Book Overview

Congratulations, you've made it. Now it's time for some serious girl talk about how you're going to get through the next four years in a new place while trying to make new friends, fit in, and get... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0553383426
• ISBN13: 9780553383423
• Release Date: March 2006
• Publisher: Bantam
• Length: 350 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.1" x 9.2"

Customer Reviews

Today Show author! Great book.

Loved this book! I just saw the author on the Today show where she talked about binge drinking and the use of attention deficit disorder drugs on college campuses. Both of these are growing problems today, and she addresses these issues super well on tv and in the book. As seniors in high school, some women don't realize the challenges that will face them in college. This book gives women the tools to face any issue that comes their way. It's like having mom and a doctor on your shelf when you need them!

Best Health Book for College Bound Girls - Fantastic

I just purchased Dr. Jennifer Wider's The Doctor's Complete College Girls' Health Guide for my two daughters who are off to college this summer. This book is the most informative health guide for young college girls on the market that they will actually read and keep as an informative health guide on their shelves at college. Dr. Wider has succeeded in writing a book that is easy to read and understand but most importantly an invaluable guide for young women. Having worked in the health education area for over 15 years, I can only commend her for a fantastic book that is long overdue. Not only have I bought a book for each of my daughters but also several for friends of mine with college bound girls. From basic health tips to practical guidance, this book addresses it all and helps young women to answer many questions that otherwise they would be reluctant to ask about. This is a must buy book for all those mothers who want to send their daughters off to college in the most prepared and educated way.

A great book from beginning to end

I know that this book was written for college girls, but as a high school student, I think it is a great resource. I think the strongest section of the book is on mental health issues. Depression and anxiety affect women a lot and I think the author does an excellent job detailing the problems. I also really liked the section on alcohol, self-esteem issues and other illnesses that might affect young women. My cousin is headed off to college in September and I told her to get this book.

Top notch book.

This is an excellent source book for college women and even women who are in high school. I read it cover to cover very quickly, but I think many people will use it as a reference book. (looking up topics as they need them) It is well-written and well-researched. It has a great section at the back with recommended resources. I especially enjoyed the head-to-toe health section and the chapter on eating disorders.

College student who thoroughly enjoyed this book!

I really enjoyed Dr. Jennifer Wider's book about health matters in college. It contains a lot of helpful advice and wisdom for women my age. Sometimes I think college administrators don't recognize the issues that affect the students. At times, I felt at a total loss on campus--especially when it comes to gaining weight during college. How many times have we ordered pizza late at night for study breaks or eaten unhealthy snacks. Many of my friends gained weight freshman year and this book offers a lot of tips to avoid the freshman 15! On a more serious note, I had a friend who was the victim of a date rape on another campus. She had to drop out of school for a semester--this book definitely addresses this serious and often scary topic in depth. I give this book 5 stars!