Stacey’s Mistake: “Fill-it mig-nun”

How dangerous was New York in 1988, really? We discuss failed federal and city policies that lead to the McGills needing to band together with their neighbors on the Upper West Side to solve the homelessness crisis on their own. Also, what factors predict healthier outcomes when young teens have bouts of friendship jealousy (looking at you, Laine and Claudia!). The Hard Rock Cafe WAS cool (much cool than rat tails), and we bring you another BSC Big Five!

FYI Links:
Study on controllability beliefs and jealousy in adolescent friendships
Photo gallery of NYC in the 1980s
Another great photo gallery of NYC in the 1980s

“Stuck in Stoneybrook” is edited by Emily Crandall. Theme song written and recorded by Gary Shaller, performed by the band Kid Kit. Need some books that we mentioned? Buy them from our Bookshop bookstore. If you’re feeling dibbly generous, rate and review us on iTunes. You’re the best friends a girl could ask for. Last but not least, thank you to Ann M. Martin, for everything.