Teenagers: advice for parents Books
Penguin Putnam Inc Ten Conversations You Must Have with Your Son
Book SynopsisInternationally recognized expert on raising and educating boys, Dr. Tim Hawkes shows parents of tween and teen boys how to approach difficult but important conversations. Every parent of a teenage boy knows there are certain conversations they must have with their son but often they put them off--or worse, don't have them at all--because they simply don't know where to start. In Ten Conversations You Must Have With Your Son, Dr. Hawkes provides parents with the essential information you need to negotiate your way through what can often be very difficult territory about the why, what, and how of ten key topics: love, identity, values, leadership, achievement, sex, money, health, living together, and resilience. Each chapter offers suggestions for how you can connect with your sons on these issues while sharing your own experiences and knowledge with your boys. A headmaster of 25 years, Dr. Hawkes is in a unique pos
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OUP USA If Your Adolescent Has an Eating Disorder
Book SynopsisThis guide to understanding and helping a teenager with an eating disorder is designed for parents of teens at-risk or recently diagnosed, and for other adults, such as teachers and guidance counselors. The book combines the latest scienceincluding the newest treatments and most up-to-date research findingswith case examples and the practical wisdom of parents raising teens with eating disorders. Complete with red flags to look out for, advice on how to handleeveryday life, warnings on the dangers of doing nothing, and a comprehensive list of additional resources, this book will help parents and other adults face and deal effectively with adolescent eating disorders before they become life-threatening.Trade Review"An excellent introductory guide for parents of teens and young adults concerned about a possible eating disorder in their child. It provides pragmatic, factual information on eating disorders, how to access care for your child, and what to expect." -- Angela Guarda, MD, Stephen and Jean Robinson Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, The Johns Hopkins School of Medicine "Walsh and Glasofer have been at the cutting edge of eating disorders treatment and research for several decades now. These authors are extraordinarily well placed to provide a wide ranging and informative text on everything someone with an eating disorder, or someone who cares for a loved one with an eating disorder, ought to know." -- Daniel Le Grange, PhD, Benioff UCSF Professor in Children's Health, Department of Psychiatry, UCSF, CA, and Emeritus Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Neuroscience, The University of Chicago, Chicago, I "This book, written by leading experts in the field of eating disorders, is an important resource for parents of an adolescent with an eating disorder. Using personal vignettes and case studies, the book provides scientifically accurate information in an easy-to-read manner." -- Neville H. Golden MD, Chief, Division of Adolescent Medicine, The Marron and Mary Elizabeth Kendrick Professor of Pediatrics, Stanford University School of MedicineTable of ContentsChapter One. Introduction: Not Just a Diet Chapter Two. Understanding Eating Disorders: What They Are and What to Expect Chapter Three. Getting the Right Treatment for Your Child: Therapy, Medication, and More Chapter Four. Daily Life with the Teen Who Has an Eating Disorder Chapter Five. Preventing Eating Disorders Chapter Six. Conclusion: A Call to Action Glossary Resources Bibliography References
£11.99
Penguin Books Ltd The Book You Wish Your Parents Had Read and Your
Book SynopsisTrade ReviewMade me think about me and who I am and my parents and who they are and maybe, hopefully, one day what sort of parent I might strive to be * Dolly Alderton *I don't have kids but [this book] is a fascinating read on the emotional baggage we all carry * Elizabeth Day, How to Fail podcast *The Easter holidays were a complete joy because of your book - I feel about a trillion times more relaxed and connected as a parent and I have also found it very helpful for my sobriety and recovery * Bryony Gordon *EVERY parent should read this book, however old their child. In fact, any adult in a relationship should read it too. Distilled in less than 250 pages is a road map to healthy relationships. Required reading * Express *Not got kids? It doesn't matter, as the wonderful psychotherapist Philippa Perry's latest book is actually about using our pasts to understand ourselves (...) it's also an excellent book for reminding yourself: life is hard and you're doing your best - so try not to beat yourself up for everyday mistakes * Stylist *So clear and true ... can't stop recommending it to people ... helpful for all relationships in life, not just parent-child * Nigella Lawson *Not got kids? It doesn't matter, as the wonderful psychotherapist Philippa Perry's latest book is actually about using our pasts to understand ourselves and how we react to situations that test our patience and emotions. She explains that these sharp reactions might well be down to what happened in our childhoods - and the flashpoints that these emotions can stir up makes for fascinating reading whether you're actively parenting or not. It's also an excellent book for reminding yourself: life is hard and you're doing your best - so try not to beat yourself up for everyday mistakes * Stylist *If you're determinedly not a self-help kind of reader (like me), make an exception for [this book]. And if you're not a parent, don't dismiss it. The message is one of non-judgemental kindness. The sophisticated psychoanalytical version of my "count to ten and then say something kind" advice to my kids (and myself) when things start to fall apart * Vogue *As a mother of a three year old, I have an aversion to the endless saccharine social-media posts about parenting. Perry's book is the antithesis of all that - practical and logical * Elle *Philippa Perry goes through each stage of parenthood, from pregnancy to the teen years, suggesting emotional techniques that will help you to have a strong and healthy relationship with your babies and yourself * Mother & Baby *It gave me hope as a new parent that whatever learnt behaviour you've got from your mum and dad (...) you can learn from that but it doesn't have to stay with you * Babita Sharma, BBC News *In fact, I'd say Philippa Perry is one of the wisest, most sane and secure people I've ever met * Decca Aitkenhead, Sunday Time Magazine *she writes with an inquisitive elegance rarely found in parenting guides (...) the book is still firm with parents but also forgiving (...) it is forgiving and persuasive - God, it's persuasive. I've yet to meet a parent who hasn't altered their parenting to some degree after reading it, myself included * Hadley Freeman, the Guardian *I'm going to be honest Philippa, this has genuinely had such a positive impact on my life and my relationship with my daughter - so thank you very much for that * Josh Widdicombe *A wise book on parents and children * The Times *The main message is that is that it's best to acknowledge, rather than dismiss, children's feelings (...) and that parenting is not about perfection * i Newspaper *I've had the most wonderful feedback from this episode. People stopping me on the street to say how much they've love the book's advice. Philippa's wisdom and delivery has resonated with many parents out there. I can't thank her enough for her time and energy * Happy Place podcast *It is like a letter from a wise friend who happens to have done years of research (...) I am grateful for it * Aida Edemariam, The Guardian *A wise book on parents and children * Saturday Times *The main message is that is that it's best to acknowledge, rather than dismiss, children's feelings (...) and that parenting is not about perfection * iWeekend *
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Dorling Kindersley Ltd Growing Up
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Indiana University Press Why Do We Hurt Ourselves
Book SynopsisTrade ReviewRecommended. * Choice *Table of ContentsIntroductionPart One: A Practice of Self-ControlIntroduction1. The First Time2. Towards a Feeling of Dependence3. Talking about Self-Injury?4. Quitting5. Self-Injury on a Regular Basis6. On the Manners to Self-InjureConclusion: Maintaining the OrderPart Two: A Social Positioning PracticeIntroduction7. The Staging of Discretion8. At the Origin of "Relational Problems"9. The Existential Crisis10. What Gender Represents11. What Some Events ImplyConclusion: A Relational Map of Self-InjuryConclusion: A Self-Controlled YouthEndnotesIndex
£59.40
Indiana University Press Why Do We Hurt Ourselves
Book SynopsisTrade ReviewRecommended. * Choice *Table of ContentsIntroductionPart One: A Practice of Self-ControlIntroduction1. The First Time2. Towards a Feeling of Dependence3. Talking about Self-Injury?4. Quitting5. Self-Injury on a Regular Basis6. On the Manners to Self-InjureConclusion: Maintaining the OrderPart Two: A Social Positioning PracticeIntroduction7. The Staging of Discretion8. At the Origin of "Relational Problems"9. The Existential Crisis10. What Gender Represents11. What Some Events ImplyConclusion: A Relational Map of Self-InjuryConclusion: A Self-Controlled YouthEndnotesIndex
£17.99
SPCK Publishing Talking to Children About Mental Health
Book SynopsisA practical guide to help adults understand the unique mental health challenges facing our children, teenagers and students today.
£10.44
St Martin's Press Parenting Your OutOfControl Teenager
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Golden Guides from St. Martin's Press Dont Tell Me What to Do Just Send Money
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John Murray Press Teenagers
Book SynopsisAuthor of the highly successful Sixty Minute series Rob Parsons turns his attention to that very difficult period of adolescence - the teenage years.Trade ReviewIn the battlefield that is the parenthood of teenagers, this book is not just wonderfully enlightening, but strangely comforting. * Prima magazine *
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Little, Brown Book Group Later
Book SynopsisOne minute you are taking your child to school, the next they''re turning into a young adult. It may seem like only months since you were first filling your child''s lunch box, but the school career moves with such momentum that it isn''t long before they are facing the challenges of further education, job hunting and living independently. This new book will help you to encourage self-reliance in your nearly grown children and prepare them for independence in the real world.It also shows how you can prepare for a time when your child''s excitement at the prospect of leaving school, going to university or just living on their own leaves you feeling passed over and obsessed by detail they see as unimportant. How do you start to think about what to do with the rest of your life - picking up on ambitions, both personal and professional, and prioritising your own friends and interests?And how do you handle the situation when, as is increasingly common, children laTrade ReviewA straight-talking, practical guide... It is designed to help parents help their children, but there is a twist to it which I like - the authors also remind the mother or father in the picture not to forget to think about themselves as well. -- Sandi Toksvig OBE, writer, broadcaster, Chancellor – and mother of threeIf it's our families that shape our characters and if it's an upbringing which plots the course of a life, then its those firm roots which keep us coming back * Alasdair Baverstock, AITO Young Travel Writer of the Year (and son of author) *Later! is essential reading for any of us who confront the reality of moving on; in entertaining style, it helps us to look at the realities of the changing nature of our family lives. With simple and amusing exercises it both stretches our thinking and allows us to make some sense of the emotional turmoil that change can bring. For professionals and for parents alike this is a book well worth reading * Nick Whitfield, Chief Executive, Director of Children’s Services, Achieving for Children *Parenting young adults today is an increasingly tricky business. With so many uncontrollable outside influences coming into play, doubts and dilemmas abound. This book will help you navigate a way through them. Later! suggests strategies for coping, while keeping in touch with our own identities. Refreshingly, it also points out that we all do the wrong thing sometimes - and that's OK. It's consistency and loving care that matters and, above all, not giving up * Sue Cook, writer and broadcaster *Read this book, absorb its warm wisdom and apply its practical advice and you will without doubt become a better parent and your children better adults. They'll be better prepared for the world that awaits them, and you'll be better prepared for life after they've achieved their independence * Dr Steve Carey, DPhil, Clinical Hypnotherapist, Victoria, Australia *Can your offspring sew on a button? Do they treat your home like a hotel? Are they in trouble of some sort? Are they coping? Are you coping? Parenting is a process of constant evolution and, although it brings huge rewards, it is not always easy to negotiate well. With this is mind, the authors of Later! have written a wise and practical guide to help parents guide their offspring through the 16-23 stage. The advice is compassionate, realistic, light of touch and unafraid. What better guide could there be? * Elizabeth Buchan, author and mother of two *A book full of pragmatic and practical advice that rings bells on every page * David Roche, bookseller, publisher, agent and father of three sons *Amid helpful case histories and thought-provoking exercises, there is a great deal of sensible advice on such contentious topics as career paths, first love and the Hotel of Mum and Dad * Mail on Sunday *
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Little, Brown Book Group Unfollow
Book SynopsisThrough her counselling practice and her column in Cosmopolitan, leading psychologist Dr Linda Papadopoulos knows only too well the issues that affect young women. Combining social commentary and insight with practical support, this book is a must-read for all young women.Trade ReviewThis book tells you how to get your life back on track. - The Sun
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Little, Brown Book Group Theyll Be Okay 15 conversations to help your
Book Synopsis''I was immediately drawn in, it is pitched so well in tone and content. I am finding my thoughts extended and understanding deepened by reading it.'' Steve Biddulph, bestselling author of Raising Boys and Raising GirlsTeens and tweens are struggling with social media, relationships, and so much of what modern life is throwing at them. It''s impossible for parents to be experts on all the new challenges their children are facing. That''s why it''s essential to turn to a real expert.Collett Smart is a psychologist, teacher, lecturer, writer - and a mum of three. She knows that it is crucial for parents to discuss uncomfortable, yet fundamentally important topics with their children - and this book tells parents why and how.If you''re a parent who feels like you just don''t know how to talk to your children about some of these difficult topics, this book has all the tools you need. There is invaluable advice on how to talk about some of theTrade ReviewI was immediately drawn in, and thought it was beautiful in look and feel but above all, pitched so well in tone and content - readable but not dumbing down the subtlety or complexities of relating. Such a great structure around those 15 topics - as it means a parent isn't swamped - you just go to the one you are worried about. I am finding my thoughts extended and understanding deepened by reading it. It's really WELL DONE! * Steve Biddulph, psychologist and bestselling author *They'll be Okay is an essential for parents' toolkit. Positive and practical. It is packed with good advice for parenting through all your child's ages and stages. -- Kim McCabe * author of From Daughter to Woman and founder and director of Rites for Girls *Vital reading for parents and carers navigating difficult conversations with their kids, which is all of us. Empowering and easy to read, I feel like a better parent because of it. Highly recommend -- Vicki Psarias * author of Mumboss and founder of Honest Mum *Are you a parent or teacher looking for a comprehensive, readable, evidence-based resource for guiding teens/tweens in today's sexualized environment? Order this book. They'll Be Okay is brimming with awkward subjects and actual questions from teens/tweens. Smart supplies practical tips for dealing with them. More importantly, she models a philosophy and approach that a reader can integrate with ease. By the end of the book, parental feelings of helplessness are likely to diminish substantially, replaced by confidence and a reliable internal gyroscope. -- Gary Wilson * author of Your Brain On Porn: Internet Pornography and the Emerging Science of Addiction *Collett Smart has written the perfect book for parents and caregivers of millennials. It is a challenging time for tweens and teenagers as they try to cope with the unchartered waters of social media and the internet. However, with this remarkable, well-written and informative book, adults can be reassured they will have accurate and research-based information at their finger tips. Well done Collett! A much needed book for our times. -- Jayneen Sanders * Author, teacher and advocate for body safety education *
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Little, Brown Book Group How to Raise a Teen
Book SynopsisRaising a teenager can be challenging, exhausting and, at times, infuriating for parents. In How to Raise a Teen, parenting expert and mother of four young adults Sarah Ockwell-Smith provides advice and guidance for parents, carers, and anybody else who works with teenagers and their families on how to navigate this tricky period.Using her unique blend of practical parenting advice, neuroscience and psychology, Sarah explores key issues encountered by families during the teenage years, including:*Common causes of difficult behaviour and conflict, and how to handle them *How to help your teen to grow into a young adult with good mental health*Issues at school such as homework, exams, behaviour and other common education related struggles*How to manage and keep your teen safe when using screens, the internet, alcohol, drugs and vaping*Relationships including friendships and sibling relationships and how these change during the teen years*Romantic relationships and how to guide your teen through their first sexual experiences*Increasing independence, including learning to drive and ''next steps'' concerning education and work.*Understanding your own feelings about being a parent to a teen and preparing for the next stage in your lifeParents and young people need more support than ever during this stage of development. How to Raise a Teen will show you how to work through the unique challenges of the teen years with your child, rather than working against them, to support, guide and prepare you both for their next chapter in life
£15.29
Farrar, Straus & Giroux Inc Get Out of My Life But First Could You Drive Me
Book SynopsisBeleaguered parents will breath sighs of relief and gratitude over this bestselling guide to raising teenagers. In this revised edition, Dr. Anthony E. Wolf tackles the changes in recent years with the same wit and compassion as the original edition. Dr. Wolf points out that while the basic issues of adolescence and the relationships between parents and their children remain much the same, today''s teenagers navigate a faster, less clearly anchored world. Wolf''s revisions include a new chapter on the Internet, a significantly modified section on drugs and drinking, and an added piece on gay teenagers. Although the rocky and ever-changing terrain of contemporary adolescence may bewilder parents, Get Out of My Life, But First Could You Drive Me & Cheryl to the Mall? gives them a great road map.
£14.40
HarperCollins The Rise and Fall of the American Teenager
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Random House USA Inc Under Pressure
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£15.30
Penguin Putnam Inc The MotherDaughter Project How Mothers and
Book SynopsisFew things are more meaningful—or more complicated—than mother-daughter relationships. This helpful parenting guide helps moms navigate their relationships with their daughters to create strong ties and a close, respectful connection that will last a lifetime. SuEllen Hamkins, MD, and Renée Schultz, MA, originally created the Mother-Daughter Project with other women in their community in the hopes of strengthening their bonds with their then seven-year-old girls. The group met regularly to speak frankly about such issues as friendships and aggression, puberty, body image, drugs, and sexuality. The results were amazing: confident, assertive teenage girls with strong self-images and close ties to their moms. Equally important, the mothers navigated their own concerns about adolescence with integrity and grace. From their dedication and efforts arose The Mother-Daughter Project, an incredibly useful parenting handbook that
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John Wiley & Sons Inc Sex and Your Teenager A Parents Guide Family
Book SynopsisHelping teenage children to cope with their own sexuality can be difficult for parents, especially when society and its attitudes towards sexual behaviour have changed so rapidly. This book offers advice on a range of problems from the bodily changes at puberty through to coping with relationships.Trade Review"..provides straightforward tips and hints.." (Young People Now, December 2001) "...we believe this book can be a useful guide for many parents, but also teachers and even teenagers, who want to take a peek." (Int Jnl of Adolescent Medical Health, Vol.14, No.2, 2002) "This is a book that understands what the problems actually are, and goes a long way to being an aid to finding ways to overcome them." (Young Minds Magazine, May/June 2002) "...We believe this book can be a useful guide for parents as well as teachers and even teenagers..." (Int Jnl of Adolescent Medical Health, Vol.14, No.2, 2002) "...I would happily recommend the book, to any parents who are having difficulties with their teenagers..." (BACHH News, Summer 2002) “…a practical, easy-to-read, down-to-earth guide…a valuable and reassuring guide…” (Jnl of Clinical Child Psychology and Psychiatry, Vol 8(1)) “…provides the latest information and advice…ideal guide for parents, teachers and anyone who works with young people…” (Stress News, April 2004)Table of ContentsAbout the Author Foreword by Anne Weyman, OBE (Chief Executive, Family Planning Association) Introduction Puberty Bodily changes in girls Bodily changes in boys The age of puberty The emotional consequences of puberty Periods Wet dreams Is puberty starting earlier than in previous generations? Learning about sex Schools Parents Society Friends The media Communication Sexual development in early adolescence The need for privacy Relationships with adults Boys and girls are different Masturbation The fears and anxieties of adults The fears and anxieties of teenagers First relationships Love and romance Readiness for sex Contraception Personal safety Essential messages for parents to emphasise The impact of teenage sexuality on the family The parent's own sexuality Boundaries and limits Sex in the home Unsuitable relationships Lone parents Step-families Risky behaviour The nature of adolescence Sexual risks Teenage pregnancy Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) HIV/AIDS Assault, rape and exposure to violence The parent's response Sexual orientation The process of choosing sexual orientation Finding out that your teenager is gay or lesbian Sex and the law The age of consent Confidentiality Sexual abuse The parent's role The generation gap Managing conflict between parents Communication Index
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Random House USA Inc Untangled
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Shelby Spear How Are You Feeling Momma You dont need to say Im
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£10.00
Penguin Random House LLC Generation Sleepless
Book SynopsisAn intimate glimpse inside a silent epidemic that is harming teens and how parents can help them reclaim the restorative power of sleep.If you could protect your teen from unnecessary anxiety, depression, and chronic stress, and foster a greater sense of happiness and well-being in their life, wouldn’t you? In Generation Sleepless, the authors of the classic guide to helping babies and young children develop healthy sleep habits The Happy Sleeper uncover one of the greatest threats to our teenagers’ physical and mental health: sleep deprivation. Caught in a perfect storm of omnipresent screens, academic overload, night owl biology and early school start times, Generation Sleepless illustrates how our teens are operating in a constant state of sleep debt and social jet lag while struggling to meet the demands of adolescence. In this essential book, Heather Turgeon, MFT and Julie Wright, MFT draw on the latest scientific research to reveal that, at a critical phase of development, many teens need more sleep than their younger siblings, but they're getting drastically less. Generation Sleepless helps readers: • foster a teen's self-motivation for sleeping well • alter family practices around phones, social media, and screen time • draw on an understanding of teens' night owl tendencies to create smart sleep habits • lay out steps for sleep-friendly schools and promoting systemic changes that help teens get the rest they need This first-of-its-kind book is packed with clear and instantly usable advice for parents as well as an eye-opening call to action for teachers, principals, colleges, coaches, and policy makers.
£12.44
Gail A. Manahan Is Raising Your Teen A Piece of Cake Expert
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£9.04
ABC Books 21 Days to a Happier Family
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£11.69
Hachette Australia Theyll Be Okay
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£22.49
Pearson Education (US) How to Say it to Your Teenager 101 of the Most
Book SynopsisIf men are from Mars and women are from Venus, then teenagers are from another universe entirely—or at least it can often seem that way. In How to Say It to Teens, you’ll discover surprisingly easy ways to keep the lines of communication open throughout the turbulent adolescent years. Author Richard Heyman guides you through the most challenging topics any parent of a teen will ever face. Alphabetically listed from Anger to Violence, and packed with real-life examples, this wise parenting guide arms you with: · Useful words and phrases · Ways to ask important question · Techniques for getting conversations started · Strategies for helping teens through their actions and their consequences ·
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Andrews McMeel Publishing A Zits Guide to Living with Your Teenager 23
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Gallery Books Teen Tips A Practical Survival Guide for Parents
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£14.44
Little, Brown Book Group The Period Book
Book SynopsisKaren Gravelle and her fifteen-year-old niece, Jennifer Gravelle, have written a down-to-earth practical book that answers any questions you might have about your period, from what it is and what it feels like, to how to choose your form of protection, to how to talk to your parents about it. The Period Book will guide you through all the physical, emotional and social changes that come with your period, as well as related issues such as dealing with spots, mood swings and new expectations from friends and family. Debbie Palen''s funny and sympathetic cartoons ease the confusion and exasperation you might feel and celebrate the new sense of power and maturity that your period can bring. Perfect for sharing, The Period Book is a trusty friend that can help you feel happy and confident about this new phase or your life.
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Little, Brown Book Group Queen Bees and Wannabes Helping your daughter
Book SynopsisThe parenting classic that inspired Mean GirlsMore than twenty years ago, Queen Bees and Wannabes let parents inside the secret world of their adolescent daughters'' female relationships, giving us a new vocabulary for these fickle social dynamics as well as invaluable strategies for helping our daughters navigate them. Since then, nationally recognised thought leader and speaker Rosalind Wiseman has interviewed and listened to thousands of girls talk about the powerful role cliques play in shaping what they wear and say, how they respond to boys, and how they feel about themselves.This updated parenting classic now reflects the pressures unique to today''s girls-including the role that social media and gender as a spectrum play in adolescent life. With input and stories from dozens of girls experiencing these dynamics today, Wiseman takes readers into Girl World to analyse teasing, gossip, and reputations; beauty and fashion; alcohol and drugs; boyTrade Review'Forget the stereotypes of sugar and spice. Girls are mean, and as this book and a recent New York Times Magazine cover story indicate, their subtle, insidious style of bullying is rapidly garnering attention and concern ... [Wiseman] also offers admirable, groundbreaking insight into an all-too-common issue and will be invaluable to any adult struggling to help a girl get through her teens' Gillian Enberg, BOOKLIST 'Wise, humorous, life-affirming advice for parents that is utterly respectful of girls. I recommend parents mark it up, turn the corners of pages, and heed Wiseman's creative and practical strategies for guiding girls along the sometimes treacherous pathways of growing up today. Queen Bees & Wannabes is Mapquest for parents of girls, from fifth grade all the way to young adulthood' Patricia Hearst, author of A TRIBE APART: A Journey Into the Heart of American Adolescence 'Rosalind Wiseman invites us into 'Girl World' with insight, honesty, and humor. Based on the most thorough, helpful research I know of, this book should be required reading for parents, teachers, and health professionals' Edes P. Gilbert, Acting President of Independent Educational Services
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Rlpg/Galleys The Smell of Sugarcane
Book SynopsisAbandoned on foreign soil in a world where language and customs are a mystery, Sophia James, the eldest of six Californian children, is in chargeand she is only eleven. Told through the eyes of the sixty-year-old Sophia as she sits with oils painting a large canvas, The Smell of Sugarcane is based on a true story. Traveling through time with Sophia, the reader witnesses the strength and power that can be found when a human spirit is determined to survive and succeed. As she advances her painting, a remarkable story unfolds in a place where love is hidden and dangers abound and children hold tight. Rich with tropical colors, the book revolves around the island of Puerto Rico. Its factual and descriptive narrative keeps the reader captive as the painting progresses. The reader will skip a heartbeat in moments when the children are in danger and will cry for their fears and injustices or laugh and celebrate victories.The Smell of Sugarcane is about the importance of instilling strong principles and good values at an early age. Without these, the children would have been lost. This book is about picking up the torch of life and holding it high while running with all one's might. Ultimately, it is about good profoundly triumphing over evil.Trade ReviewThe pace of the writing is both seductive and wonderfully rhythmical—a difficult challenge superbly-achieved given the nature and burden of the times and circumstances. A gem of a book. -- Michael Sellers, author of Cache on the RocksI read the first two hundred and fifty pages of The Smell of Sugarcane and went to bed. . . . Had to get up at 1 am and finish it! I loved it. Sophia is the Latin version of a Steel Magnolia. -- Donald White, freelance editor, Silver Spring, MarylandFrom the first page I was drawn in. . . . It left me feeling more empowered. -- Traci Barnett, CEO, Girl Scouts of Central MarylandBeverly: A creative artist of the Americas. -- Rudy Mangual, publisher, editor-in-chief, Latin Beat MagazineTable of ContentsSugarcane Prologue Chapter One—The Painting Chapter Two—Medicine Chapter Three—The Essence: The Core Chapter Four—Rural Life, Smoke and Ashes Chapter Five—Venezuela in Turmoil Chapter Six—Puerto Rico, Another World Chapter Seven—Mask of Deception Chapter Eight—Music Chapter Nine—Fruits of Deceit Chapter Ten—The Face of Evil Chapter Eleven—Silent Heroes Chapter Twelve—Mali, Singapore, Madagascar Chapter Thirteen—Everyday Staple, Traditions and Sugar Cane Chapter Fourteen—Poetry and a Kiss Chapter Fifteen—A Sparkle in the Rough Chapter Sixteen—Maryland Chapter Seventeen—The Crossroads Chapter Eighteen—The Dream; University Chapter Nineteen—The Face of Love Chapter Twenty—Travel, Suitors and True Love Epilogue Sugarcane Mills of Puerto Rico’s Past
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Hamilton Books Queens of Mean A Call for Action to Empower Girls
Book SynopsisQueens of Mean is an immediate call to actionâto stop the bullying and emotional cruelty of girls toward each other in our schools and communities. The book personifies each emotional strategy as a âœqueen of mean,â identifying the need to empower girls toward more productive uses of emotion.Table of ContentsIntroduction Chapter 1: Miss Backstabber Chapter 2: Miss Spotlight Chapter 3: Miss Intimidator Chapter 4: Miss Jealous Chapter 5: Miss Gossip Chapter 6: Miss Drama Chapter 7: Miss Home wrecker Chapter 8: Miss Bragger Chapter 9: Miss Arrogance Chapter 10: Miss Sarcasm Chapter 11: Miss Bully Chapter 12: Bystanders Conclusion: Stand Strong Together About the Author
£27.00
Baker Publishing Group What Your Son Isnt Telling You Unlocking the
Book SynopsisGet practical advice from teen experts on how to provide the support and connection your son needs in a world that is putting him under constant pressure. Through true stories from real teens, get a rare glimpse into the secret lives of teen boys--and discover how to be there for your son when he needs you the most.
£15.26
Jason Aronson, Inc. Winning Cooperation from Your Child
Book SynopsisA home-based behavioural recovery programme for oppositional, defiant and aggressive children, and a self-help guide for parents. The author offers a variety of cognitive strategies to help defiant children develop the psychological armour needed when teased, provoked or frustrated.
£34.20
Harmony/Rodale Positive Discipline for Teenagers Revised 3rd
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Baker Publishing Group Prodigals and Those Who Love Them
Book SynopsisBeautifully repackaged, Ruth Bell Graham's Prodigals and Those Who Love Them brings peace and hope to all parents of "wayward" children.
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Moody Publishers 5 Love Languages of Teenagers Updated Edition
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Scarecrow Press Asthma
Book SynopsisThis easy-to-read guide provides specific information that teens can use to better monitor and manage their illness and improve their quality of life while living with asthma. What happens in the body during an attack, what specific triggers might make asthma worse, medications that can help, and symptoms that signal asthma is getting worse are all covered. Teens will not only find factual information to take a proactive role in the management of their illness, but they will also enjoy reading interviews with other teens who have asthma and finding out how they feel about taking medication, what it feels like to have an asthma attack, and how they deal with inquiries from their friends.Trade Review...Paquette provides a credible resource for young teens and parents, with end resources and definitions provided. * VOYA *I will strongly recommend this book to adolescents and young adults afflicted with this chronic and sometimes difficult to treat illness. -- Paul J. Hannaway, M.D., Allergy & Asthma Affiliates, Inc.Provides a thorough understanding for teens who have just been diagnosed, as well as for those who have suffered the disease since childhood...Young readers will find the numerous sidebars and factoids quite interesting and informative...Recommended. * School Library Connection *Table of ContentsChapter 1 Acknowledgments Chapter 2 Introduction Chapter 3 1 How Long Has This Been Going On? A History of Asthma Chapter 4 2 What Is It? Asthma Defined Chapter 5 3 Diagnosing Asthma Chapter 6 4 Asthma Triggers and How to Avoid Them Chapter 7 5 What to Do About It—Asthma Treatments Chapter 8 6 Dealing With Asthma at School Chapter 9 7 When Asthma Becomes Deadly Chapter 10 8 Coping with Asthma Chapter 11 9 On Your Own Chapter 12 Glossary of Asthma Terms Chapter 13 Chapter Notes Chapter 14 Index Chapter 15 About the Author
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Scarecrow Press Volunteering
Book SynopsisTrade ReviewGay is a full-time freelance writer who has authored and coauthored for a variety of audiences some 100 books and articles on social and environmental issues, culture, history, communications, and sports. Written for teenagers, her resource text explores the world of volunteering in the U.S., including an overview of what volunteering is, the range of opportunities that are available, the benefits of participating, and how to get started. Also included is a list of selected resource organizations to contact; each entry includes the organization's name, address, website, and brief description of its focus. For teens and those who work with teens. * Reference and Research Book News *This highly readable and easy-to-browse book is organized logically and is chock-full of project ideas for teen volunteers....recommended for public and school libraries. * VOYA *Table of ContentsChapter 1 1. Being a Volunteer Chapter 2 2. Building and Repairing Chapter 3 3. Closing the Generation Gap Chapter 4 4. Helping with Health Care Chapter 5 5. Helping the Homeless, Feeding the Hungry Chapter 6 6. Protecting the Environment and Animals Chapter 7 7. Preserving the Past Chapter 8 8. Counseling, Teaching, and Tutoring Chapter 9 9. Reducing Bigotry, Prejudice, and Racism Chapter 10 10. Campaigning, Communicating, and Collecting Chapter 11 11. Getting Started, Reaping Rewards Chapter 12 Selected Resource Organizations Chapter 13 Index Chapter 14 About the Author
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Scarecrow Press Epilepsy
Book SynopsisTeens can lead normal, active lives despite having Epilepsy, and this book shows them how other teens are doing so. Through their stories they offer advice on whether and how to tell friends, dates, teachers, or an employer about the condition. Important teen issues, such as driving, dating, sports, and college are addressed. How the Americans with Disabilities Act(ADA) applies to people with epilepsy is also reviewed.Trade ReviewEpilepsy is a strong research source for families and mature teens dealing with the illness. * VOYA *An excellent look at epilepsy and its impact on diagnosed teens, their families, friends, and communities...Readable, well-organized, and well documented, this title is an important addition to school and public libraries. * School Library Journal *Epilepsy, which emphasizes that with proper management, teens with epilepsy can live perfectly normal lives, is informative...photographs, charts, and sidebars are effectively used...good choice for both public and school collections. * Booklist *Trying to get a job, just started dating or think your parents are overprotective? These are just a few of the topics covered in this ultimate guide for teens living with epilepsy. As well as the social aspects of life, this book also helps with understanding your epilepsy, medications and treatments. There is also a section especially for girls answering questions about pregnancy and family planning. * Epilepsy360, December 2008 *
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Random House USA Inc Being a Teen
Book SynopsisNEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • AN ALL-ENCOMPASSING GUIDE THAT PARENTS WILL WANT FOR THEIR TEENSThis thorough, concise guide offers straight talk about: • The male and female body as it changes and matures. • Teen relationships: what it takes to create happy, supportive, positive, and meaningful connections with family, friends, and others. • Identity empowerment: how to be authentic and thrive in today’s world. • Sex and sexuality for boys and girls: how teens should take care of their bodies, embrace their experiences, and strengthen self-esteem. • Strategies for working through the toughest challenges, including bullying, sexual abuse, eating disorders, pregnancy, and more. Praise for Being a Teen “A frank and candid resource for adolescents.”—People “Fonda’s warmth and love for th
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Random House Publishing Group Sticks and Stones Defeating the Culture of
Book SynopsisNATIONAL BESTSELLERBeing a teenager has never been easy, but in recent years, with the rise of the Internet and social media, it has become exponentially more challenging. Bullying, once thought of as the province of queen bees and goons, has taken on new, complex, and insidious forms, as parents and educators know all too well. No writer is better poised to explore this territory than Emily Bazelon, who has established herself as a leading voice on the social and legal aspects of teenage drama. In Sticks and Stones, she brings readers on a deeply researched, clear-eyed journey into the ever-shifting landscape of teenage meanness and its sometimes devastating consequences. The result is an indispensable book that takes us from school cafeterias to courtrooms to the offices of Facebook, the website where so much teenage life, good and bad, now unfolds. Along the way, Bazelon defines what bullying is and, just as important, what it is no
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Random House USA Inc Empty
Book SynopsisAn editor at This American Life reveals the searing story of the secret binge-eating that dominated her adolescence and shapes her still.“Her tale of compulsion and healing is candid and powerful.”—PeopleNAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY MARIE CLAIREFor almost thirty years, Susan Burton hid her obsession with food and the secret life of compulsive eating and starving that dominated her adolescence. This is the relentlessly honest, fiercely intelligent story of living with both anorexia and binge-eating disorder, moving past her shame, and learning to tell her secret. When Burton was thirteen, her stable life in suburban Michigan was turned upside down by her parents’ abrupt divorce, and she moved to Colorado with her mother and sister. She seized on this move west as an adventure and an opportunity to reinvent herself from middle-school nerd to popular teenage girl. But in the fallout from her parents’ breakup, an inherited fixation on thinness went from “peculiarity to pathology.” Susan entered into a painful cycle of anorexia and binge eating that formed a subterranean layer to her sunny life. She went from success to success—she went to Yale, scored a dream job at a magazine right out of college, and married her college boyfriend. But in college the compulsive eating got worse—she’d binge, swear it would be the last time, and then, hours later, do it again—and after she graduated she descended into anorexia, her attempt to “quit food.” Binge eating is more prevalent than anorexia or bulimia, but there is less research and little storytelling to help us understand it. In tart, soulful prose Susan Burton strikes a blow for the importance of this kind of narrative and tells an exhilarating story of longing, compulsion and hard-earned self-revelation.
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Random House USA Inc Look at You Now How Keeping a Teenage Secret
Book SynopsisCHICAGO TRIBUNE BESTSELLER • For readers of Orange Is the New Black and The Glass Castle, a riveting memoir about a lifelong secret and a girl finding strength in the most unlikely place In 1979, Liz Pryor is a seventeen-year-old girl from a good family in the wealthy Chicago suburbs. Halfway through her senior year of high school, she discovers that she is pregnant—a fact her parents are determined to keep a secret from her friends, siblings, and community forever. One snowy January day, after driving across three states, her mother drops her off at what Liz thinks is a Catholic home for unwed mothers—but which is, in truth, a locked government-run facility for delinquent and impoverished pregnant teenage girls.In the cement-block residence, Liz is alone and terrified, a fish out of water—a girl from a privileged, sheltered background living amid tough, street-savvy girls who come from the foster care system or ju
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Kregel Publications,U.S. Hot Buttons Internet Edition
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SPCK - Kregel Hot Buttons Dating Edition
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New Society Publishers Cracking the Boy Code
Book SynopsisA clinical psychologist specializing in children and adolescents shares the secret language of boys and how to reconnect with them. All too quickly, talkative, affectionate young boys seem to slip away. Adolescents may be transformed overnight into reclusive, seemingly impenetrable young people who open up only to their friends and spend more time on devices than with family. How do you penetrate this shell before they are lost to you?Drawing on decades of experience garnered through thousands of hours of therapy with boys, Cracking the Boy Code explains how the key to communicating with boys is understanding their universal psychological needs and using specific, straightforward communication techniques. Coverage includes: Why it's important to understand the psychological needs of boys How to talk to be heard, and listen to understand The crucial role of non-verbal cues Learning the universal tone that helps boys liTable of ContentsPrologue Part I: Strategies and Techniques for TalkingChapter 1: What Is Good Communication?Chapter 2: Is He Hearing You?Chapter 3: What's He Thinking?Chapter 4: Great BeginningsChapter 5: Vocal Tone and Eye Contact Part II: Deepening the ConversationChapter 6: Authenticity - Helping Boys Become ThemselvesChapter 7: Boys and WorkChapter 8: Keys to MotivationChapter 9: Therapy with Boys Appendix: Fifty Purposeful Work IdeasEndnotesAcknowledgmentsIndexAbout the AuthorA Note about the Publisher
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M. Evans & Company How to Deal With Your ActingUp Teenager Practical
Book SynopsisAn outstandingly courageous, honest and original approach to teenage acting-out. This book might save your family's sanity. -Louise Bates Ames, Gesell Institute of Human Development
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