Overachievers The Secret Lives of Driven Kids

In America today, high school students are under more pressure to succeed than ever before.& In this groundbreaking exploration of the ever-intensifying culture of overachievement, Alexandra Robbins goes behind the scenes to explore every aspect of the teen overachiever?'s life, including the high-stakes game of college admissions.& With an emphasis on the competition, cheating, grade inflation, parental pressure, coaching and prep that are now considered normal parts of teenage life in middle class and privileged communities; Robbins explores the consequences of the pressure to achieve, including addiction and depression.& Of-the-moment thoroughly investigated and compellingly reported in Robbins?'s signature style, this will be a must-read for anyone who is, or was, a high-achieving teen.Robbins, Alexandra is the author of 'Overachievers The Secret Lives of Driven Kids', published 2006 under ISBN 9781401302016 and ISBN 1401302017.