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Powell, Barbara S.; Powell, Arthur G. – Independent School, 1983
Girls who reject boy-girl social relations as the central concern of adolescence are best served by girls' schools where they can develop a complex sense of self including both risk taking and caring qualities. A study confirming that single sex schools promote girls' intellectual and leadership development is cited. (MJL)
Descriptors: Adolescent Development, Coeducation, Females, Private Schools