"A leading authority draws on new research to explain why the adolescent years are so developmentally crucial, and what we must do to raise happier, more successful kids. Adolescence now lasts longer than ever before. And as world-renowned expert on adolescent psychology Dr. Laurence Steinberg argues, this makes these years the key period in determining individuals' life outcomes, demanding that we change the way we parent, educate, and understand...

"Adolescence can feel like a tug-of-war between parent and child. Changing young people push for more worldly experience and become less welcoming of parental authority, often leaving parents feeling perplexed, unappreciated, and wondering where their adoring daughter or son went. The one thing that teenagers crave, and wish their parents would simply allow, whether ready for it or not, is more freedom to make individual and independent choices. However,...

Dr. Damour draws on decades of experience and the latest research to reveal the seven distinct -- and absolutely normal -- developmental transitions that turn girls into grown-ups, including Parting with Childhood, Contending with Adult Authority, Entering the Romantic World, and Caring for Herself. Providing realistic scenarios and advice on how to engage daughters in smart, constructive ways, Untangled gives parents a broad framework for understanding...

Presents health-related information to help teens navigate the adolescent years.

Texting while driving. Binge-drinking. Bullying. Unprotected sex. There are plenty of reasons for parents to worry about getting a late-night call about their teen. But most of the advice parents and educators hear about teens is outdated and unscientific--and simply doesn't work. Acclaimed adolescent psychiatrist and educator Jess Shatkin brings more than two decades' worth of research and clinical experience to the subject, along with cutting-edge...

La adolescencia solo pasa una vez. Es una etapa que solemos esquivar cuando somos padres y madres. Nadie suele decir: «qué bonita es la adolescencia de mi hijo, qué ganas tenía de que mi hija fuera adolescente». Sin embargo, entender y acompañar esta etapa es imprescindible para potenciar el desarrollo de sus habilidades y conseguir que su vida adulta sea lo más satisfactoria posible. La adolescencia merece toda nuestra atención. En esta obra,...

"A new way of thinking about (and celebrating!) your child during these critical years! Congrats -- you're having a teen! No, really -- congratulations! You're entering one of the most exciting, important phases of parenting. These years are your best opportunity to guide your child toward a thriving adulthood and strengthen your relationship with them for life"--

Rae Earl offers her personalized advice on the A to Zs of mental health, social media, family and friendship. "Imbued with a sense of humor, understanding, and hope, Your Brain Needs a Hug is a judgment-free guide for living well with your mind. My Mad Fat Diary author Rae Earl offers her personalized advice on the A to Zs of mental health, social media, family and friendship. When she was a teenager, Rae dealt with OCD, anxiety, and an eating disorder,...