Family & Relationships - Friendship

From Simon & Schuster, Things Get Hectic explores how teens write about the violence that surrounds them--edited by Youth Communication. Violence is commonplace in many teens' lives, be it bullying, gangs, dating, or family relationships. Hear the experiences of victims, perpetrators, and witnesses through...

Teen pop is a sub-genre of popular music marketed to tweens and teens. Its melodic yearning and veneer of sincerity appeal to an emerging romantic eroticism and autonomy. But tweens and teens buy music that isn't primarily marketed to them, too. Teen pop encompasses...

Drawing on extensive research with a diverse group of seventy teen girls, Zaslow offers a critical account of the girl power moment in which feminism and femininity are shrink-wrapped together in one market-friendly package. With a focus on pop-music and television, Zaslow skillfully explores...

There are many challenges in the teenage years. Young people often feel pressure to achieve at school. They struggle to negotiate social intricacies. They battle to understand and deal with their own internal emotional world.And, on top of all this, they ponder how they...

Leading psychotherapist Stella O'Malley has walked many miles on 'Planet Teen'. She understands difficult teenagers - she was one herself, and as a psychotherapist she has spent many hours working alongside unhappy adolescents. Stella takes parents inside the teenage brain and provides practical advice...

This Graduation leavers book is perfect for you. 102 pages with space for email phone name and messages. This is ideal for friends to keep their memories alive, and great as a gift.Author: James Anthony MullanISBN-10: 1087287375ISBN-13: 9781087287379Publisher: Independently PublishedLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/04/2019Pages: 104Format: PaperbackWeight:...

What do young people at the threshold of adulthood really need and want? Why do so many responsible and motivated teenagers become young adults who are still dependent, financially and emotionally, on their parents? Why are many young people today so quick to leave...

Life is complicated, busy, and stressful for us all, but this is particularly true for girls. Our daughters are expected to be everything to everyone-to fit into cultural norms while also stretching themselves to stand out in the crowd. If you are raising a...

The updated and revised edition of Tom McMahon's informative collection of tips about raising teens, an age-group that shares with toddlers the distinction of being most difficult for parents.There may not be a cure for adolescence, but there are ways for parents of teens...

Author: Jerome KaganISBN-10: 0393096211ISBN-13: 9780393096217Publisher: W. W. Norton & CompanyLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/01/1972Pages: 372Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.20lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.83d

There is Tomorrow is written with such a powerful impact from the true-life events of our family's tragic loss of my son, Keith, by suicide at the young age of sixteen. By using Keith's journaled notes from his word processor, we can feel the...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERNow in paperback--Peggy Orenstein, author of the groundbreaking New York Times bestseller Girls & Sex, turns her focus to the sexual lives of young men. "Eye-opening.... Every few pages, the boy world cracks open a little bit.... Even in the most...

Turn common adolescent missteps, from relationship blunders to rebellions that backfire, into character-building moments--by the author of Fourteen Talks by Age Fourteen. "This clear-eyed, practical, fun-to-read guide is an essential read for every parent."--Lisa Damour, PhD, New York Times bestselling author of Untangled, Under...

On the surface, you see a highly sensitive and irritable teenager. But look closer, and you will notice a kid showing signs of emotional distress.Research shows that modern teenagers-our beloved Gen Zers-experience similar stress levels as adults. However, unlike adults who have been exposed...

This book a primer, which just means this is an introduction, a basic book to help you see how valuable you are and to assist you in becoming the best you can be. It's written for a middle school and high school audience and...

Ruckus begins in 1954 in Worcester, Massachusetts. Richard's father runs a grocery store frequented by winos, hookers, and welfare recipients. The Golub's live upstairs until Richard's mom comes into a small inheritance. They move to a residential neighborhood and 12 year old Richard is...

You can build your girl's self-confidence and set her on a path to believing in her ability to be or do anything she wants to in the world...and it's not as hard as you think. Author Danielle Fuligni McKay draws on her vast experience...

Parenting a teen can often feel frustrating and disempowering. Adolescence snuck in! They are more resistant to what you have to say and they hide, keep secrets, and distance themselves from you, They question all logic because strangers on social media know more than...

NATIONAL BESTSELLER - The ultimate guide for adults helping tweens and teens navigate the rollercoaster of puberty. "An accessible, enjoyable, and detailed road map for addressing even the most delicate topics with confidence and compassion."--Lisa Damour, PhD, author of Untangled, Under Pressure, and The...

Protect, connect and build trust with Teen Speak.This workbook serves as a practical tool for practicing and refining the communication strategies presented in Dr. Jennifer Salerno's groundbreaking book Teen Speak: A guide to understanding and communicating with your teen (purchase here: https: //www.amazon.com/Teen-Speak-how-guide-behaviors/dp/0997701307/ref=sr_1_2). The...

Simple Proven Parenting Strategies for Parents Who Struggle to Connect with Their Troubled Teens - Help Your Teen Work Through Intense Emotions and Difficult Topics by Becoming the Supportive Parent They NeedDo you have a teen with intense emotions, anger, and anxiety issues?Do you...

If You're a Troubled Teen Who Struggles With Controlling Your Negative Emotions or You're a Parent Who Wants to Help Them but Doesn't Know How To, Keep Reading!When you're a teen, it's easy to feel overwhelmed and like you can't control your emotions or...

All teens today, born after 2000, were thrust into a world with challenges and opportunities non-existent for previous generations. The compelling natures of the internet and social media, combined with the accelerated accumulation of information and changing facts, place exceedingly high demands on their...

If You're a Troubled Teen Who Struggles With Controlling Your Negative Emotions or You're a Parent Who Wants to Help Them but Doesn't Know How To, Keep Reading!When you're a teen, it's easy to feel overwhelmed and like you can't control your emotions or...

Here is a book, haunting and rapturous, compelling and tender, and above all, memorable. SOME SURVIVE, TRIUMPH OVER TEARS is an apt narration of survival amidst confounding odds. Sharon Wahl's debut book explores the ache, misery, and abandonment that comes with domestic abuse, sexual...

Simple Proven Parenting Strategies for Parents Who Struggle to Connect with Their Troubled Teens - Help Your Teen Work Through Intense Emotions and Difficult Topics by Becoming the Supportive Parent They NeedDo you have a teen with intense emotions, anger, and anxiety issues?Do you...

"Did I do enough?" "Does my teen hate me?" "Where did I go wrong?" "Am I ready to let go?"It's easy to feel that every other mom seems to have it all together while you cry yourself to sleep. Self-proclaimed experts give contradictory information...

Now you have raised a baby first and then a child, so now it's time to raise a teenager. The bigger they are, the bigger problem they bring.At the same time you will develop your own skills during the road. But the road might...

Are you a teenager who is looking for ways to tell your family about your identity, but are unsure of how? Recent research shows that LGBTQ+ youth who are rejected by their families due to their sexual orientation are 8 times more likely to...

Shepherding children through the demanding years of adolescence can be a struggle for any parent. But black parents must also help their children confront the psychological fallout of racism. With this in mind, Dr. Janie Ward, who spent fifteen years researching the moral and...

For a long time, because of past traumas. I viewed myself as being the "ugly duckling" I had convinced myself that I was simply not enough, not pretty enough, etc. However, I am so grateful for my growth and development. Along with the power...

With Stand: Staying Balanced with Answers for Real Teen Life, author, speaker and TV show host, Shannon Perry speaks the raw, but real truth to teen/tween girls, offering practical and spiritual advice to help them make the best decisions for their lives. Though Shannon...

A powerful graphic novel to engage teens in stories about young people and the financial cause-and-effects of their choices. Over 400 original illustrations provide a visual showcase for eight talented artists from across America. This groundbreaking approach to teaching financial literacy recognizes the challenge...

Praise for College Ready"A book that needed to be written; the whole family needs support for a successful transition to college. Let the national experts on parent and family engagement in higher education guide your family's transition."-Jodi Dworkin Ph.D., Department of Family Social Science,...

Honeysuckle Holiday centers on the life of twelve-year-old protagonist, Lucy. It takes place in the south, in the late 1960s. Lucy struggles internally to come to terms with her parents' sudden and mysterious divorce. She finds herself thrust-almost overnight-from a world of comfort and...

Do you know someone who appears severely shy and unable to utter a sound?It may be more than shyness. It may be selective mutism.In Finding Your Voice, you will uncover the secrets of this debilitating anxiety.- Learn about selective mutism- Find strategies for overcoming...

As a parent, you want the best for your child, and helping them navigate puberty is crucial. The transition from childhood to adulthood can be overwhelming and confusing for young boys, but with Growing Up Made Easy, you can offer your son the guidance...

Luke Snyder, from small town Leesport, Pa. inducted into the Army July 1944, relates his military experiences through his daily letters to his wife Ruth. Over 330 letters were written over 16 months. His concise narrative walks us through Basic and Medical training at...

LOOK BEYOND THE CONFUSING OR CHAOTIC BEHAVIORS OF YOUR TEENS.COULD A RELENTLESS LONGING BE HIDING BEHIND THE OUTWARD ACTIONS?Like many parents or caring adults working with adolescents, you may feel confused, concerned, and challenged by some of their actions or emotional displays. While you...

Awakening Consciousness is a workbook designed to encourage spiritual growth on a path of self awareness. The fun hands-on exercises in this motivating, easy to use workbook are for girls of all ages and will encourage great exploration into universal Awareness. In this book...

The fourteen essential conversations to have with your tween and early teenager to prepare them for the emotional, physical, and social challenges ahead, including scripts and advice to keep the communication going and stay connected during this critical developmental window. "This book is a...

Can your prodigal's journey become your greatest testimony? Eleanor Formaggio can without a doubt say yes! God shows up in the midst of disappointment, failure and fear. Even as He moves in the lives of our prodigals, He is changing us into who He...

This book has a hundred and one facts about dolphins and they are laid out in a nice counting format that counts them from 1 all the way to 101. This book includes information that covers what dolphins eat, where they live, their social...

Teenagers are constantly looked upon with expectations to excel in all areas of life and transform into successful adults. They are expected to excel in studies, sports, arts, on stage, behavior, etiquettes, and the list is never-ending. But, the year 2020 (the pandemic) taught...

The tween, teen and young adult years are awkward for both the parent and child. Hormonal issues, societal pressures, moral dilemmas and frontal lobe brain development make navigating life a challenge. Designed to transform the lives of the reader as well as assist in...

Don't let your teen struggle alone any longer. Instead, help them overcome their anxiety and feel happier, while protecting them from extreme stress!Is your child struggling with school? Do they seem distant while avoiding emotional connections? Are you worried about your child's mental health?If...

Don't let your teen struggle alone any longer. Instead, help them overcome their anxiety and feel happier, while protecting them from extreme stress!Is your child struggling with school? Do they seem distant while avoiding emotional connections? Are you worried about your child's mental health?If...

Struggling with a teenager's mood swings? Find out how to have a positive, meaningful, and effective relationship. Does your adolescent feel like an alien? Can't handle the one-word answers anymore? Worried they might be in trouble or depressed but don't know how to approach...

Is a troubled teen challenging your family's serenity? Learn how to establish a positive relationship and restore genuine peace.Can't put up with the perpetual mood swings anymore? Sick of mumbled, one-word answers? Struggling with a defiant rebel who won't listen? Educator, specialist in pedagogy,...

With specially commissioned introductions from international experts, the Psychological Insights for Understanding COVID-19 series draws together previously published chapters on key themes in psychological science that engage with people's unprecedented experience of the pandemic. This volume collects chapters that address prominent issues and challenges...