Family & Relationships - Friendship

A practicing clinical psychologist for children and adolescents, Anthony Wolf, author of the phenomenal bestseller Get Out Of My Life, But First Can You Drive Me and Cheryl to the Mall? ("I love this book " --Parenting Magazine) returns with another wise, funny, and...

Olivia Gardner, a northern California teenager, was severely taunted and cyber-bullied by her classmates for more than two years. News of her bullying spread, eventually reaching two teenage girls from a neighboring town, sisters Emily and Sarah Buder. The girls were so moved by...

Raise a resilient daughter with positive parenting Parenting a teen girl can keep you on your toes. Girls face a lot of unique struggles, especially these days, and figuring out how to guide them can sometimes be challenging. Enter Parenting Teen Girls. This book...

What can Latinx youth contribute to critical conversations on culture, politics, identity, and representation? Latinx Teens answers this question and more by offering an energetic, in-depth look at how Latinx teenagers influence twenty-first-century U.S. popular culture. In this exciting new book, Trevor Boffone and...

In The Secret Lives of Teen Girls, Evelyn Resh, the mother of a teenage daughter and a certified nurse-midwife specializing in the treatment of teenage girls, explores the mysterious world of female, adolescent sexuality and how parents--especially mothers--can help their daughters through this tumultuous...

When kids hit their teens, their character unfolds in increasingly consequential ways. Your job as a parent is far from done! During those stormy teenage years from ages 13 to 19, your child needs your help in developing traits that are vital to his...

Once our society set aside time for adolescents to grow from children to adults, to become accustomed to their expanding bodies and minds. Now the markers that defined passage--differences in dress, behavior, and responsibilities--have vanished. The institutions that guarded adolescence, such as family and...

This book offers clear, actionable ways for parents and educators to create and strengthen relationships with teens during a key time of growth and development. With an emphasis on mindfulness, non-violent communication, and rooted in what we know about brain and social development during...

Join the original authors of The Indigo Children ten years later for a profound and frank discussion these special children--why they do what they do and what we can do to help them "The Indigo Children? Oh yeah . . . I know about...

The transition from high school to college is a significant turning point in life, but it can come with unique challenges if you are a student who is blind or visually impaired. The revised and updated College Bound helps students prepare for their new...

No parent likes to see their child struggle, especially with dark emotions like anger, fear, and depression. Family counselor and bestselling author Norm Wright addresses these emotional issues in a compassionate, family-friendly way that will help parents to communicate more freely with their children....

Have you ever heard the expression "Let your conscience be your guide"? Donnell White is a man determined to ease the guilt of his conscience by volunteering as a mentor at a detention center full of high-risk teens. The message he conveys to them...

Frame Your Own Future gives children and teens the tools needed to start their own business. This book covers things such as: How to write a mission statement Writing a business plan made easy Joining forces with youth already in business Today's children and...

What Your Mother Never Told You uses contemporary teenage terminology with clever memorable phrases, tools, and strategies to empower teenagers to be responsible for their decisions and actions.Author: Richard M. DudumISBN-10: 1419678698ISBN-13: 9781419678691Publisher: Richard DudumLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/15/2007Pages: 264Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.61lbsSize: 8.00h x 5.25w x...

I Cry in the Shower tells the story of sixteen-year-old Silas Martin, who was plagued by brain tumors, visual impairment, seizure disorders, and other disabilities since he was six months old. I Cry in the Shower is full of raw journal entries from this...

Youth today need refuge, some sort of safe place. This book gives them a place to turn when they have problems to solve. With Biblical guidance and a bit of conventional wisdom, the reader will be challenged to consider the options they have in...

It's not easy growing up, but there's good news God is here to help you, and He has surrounded you with plenty of other people who want to see you become a strong, smart, and pure young man This guide will help you and...

At fifteen years old, Daphne Scholinski was committed to a mental institution and awarded the dubious diagnosis of "Gender Identity Disorder." She spent three years--and over a million dollars of insurance--"treating" the problem...with makeup lessons and instructions in how to walk like a girl.Daphne's...

Queer Monologues: Stories of LBGT Youth, produced by For the Love of Learning (FTLOL), offers queer youth a safe, creative outlet to share their concerns, hopes, and personal stories with the community-at-large. If an individual is unable to be themselves, the consequences can be...

The time when children leave home is a major transitional period for all mothers-but there are no widely accepted rites of passage to acknowledge this massive change, and very little recognition of the spectrum of emotions it triggers in so many of us. In...

"Full of practical expectations ... Warmly ­recommended." --Library Journalstarred review Power struggles between parents and teens are nothing new, but chronic control battles are destructive to teen development as well as the entire family. According to psychotherapist Neil Brown, these battles occur as the...

Any parent of a teenager who would like pragmatic tips on how to build a positive relationship with their child should read this book. Parents of teens know that in today's environment, being a good parent is a greater challenge than ever. In 35...

Practical information for teens and their families. Praise for the previous edition: This very unusual book...is loaded with the kind of information disabled teens often need but may be too embarrassed to ask for. --Booklist The teen years are some of the most demanding....

Talking to your kids about sex is hard. And, oh so awkward. But...important. Especially if you want your kids to grow up confident and have healthy relationships (it will save you thousands on future therapy ).Sexologist and mom, Dr. Lanae St.John, aka, The MamaSutra,...

Winner of the Gold Medal for Best Christian Family and Parenting Book of 2020 by the Illumination Book Awards The creator of the viral parenting concept the "X-Plan" illuminates the importance of awakening your child's unique strength--while also taking an introspective look at your...

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Getting Through Unhappy Romantic Relationships - Discover why you're unhappy in your romantic relationship - Gain a better understanding of why you stay in your unhappy romantic relationship - Boost your chances of finally finding a fulfilling romanceSee if this sounds...

There is a refrain in The Greatest Song spoken to "the daughters of Jerusalem." That refrain not only formulates a key theme of the Song of Songs, but also helps mark off different episodes in the narrative about the abduction of a young country...

As a parent you know that your 'child' is not just another teenager, struggling to grow up. She is your daughter. That in itself makes her the most unique and important teenager in the world. But when your sweet little girl suddenly stops talking,...

Motivating Adolescents provides you and your teen the wisdom and skills needed to become engaged citizens of the world.Author: Robin TheissISBN-10: 1631950347ISBN-13: 9781631950346Publisher: Morgan James PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/22/2020Pages: 190Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.47lbsSize: 8.00h x 5.00w x 0.44d

"In a society where my generation is often mischaracterized or misunderstood by parents and those around them, assumed to be irreligious, cynical, and jaded, I intend to depict it as I see it: which is to say a generation lying just at the door...

LEARN THE BOUNDARIES IN DATING AND WATCH YOUR RELATIONSHIP BLOSSOM INTO SOMETHING BEAUTIFUL TODAY!Are you dissatisfied with the way you communicate with those closest to you? Or are you someone who needs that extra push to become that better in building trust and commitment?...

Getting your period may seem daunting, but it doesn't have to be scary.Piper Gets Her Period is a book about menstruation, specifically for girls with autism, which aims to provide easy to read information about puberty and the experience of having a period. The...

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,...

"An incredible resource for anyone suffering with bulimia. Informative and motivating from page 1; this workbook provides you with a multitude of practical techniques for changing your underlying beliefs and creating new healthy habits. Kate even addresses feelings of resistance to using the techniques...

It can be hard enough living with a teenager with a menstrual cycle under normal circumstances, but with worldwide insecurity, financial meltdowns, global pandemics, pending environmental catastrophe, civil unrest, increasing international isolation, and rapidly changing technology, social relations and regulations, things can be even...

As adults, we like to think we have a good idea of what the world may have in store for our teenagers, but the fact of the matter is there's a vast divide between what we perceive as dangerous and what our teens are...

How do you know when your child is ready for a smartphone? Which apps are the most dangerous for my 13-year-old? What do I do if I catch my child watching porn? How do I get to a place of trusting my kid with...

Embark on a journey of connection and understanding with Where Two Worlds Meet: A Guide to Connecting with Your Teenage Grandchildren, an award-winning guide crafted specifically for those seeking to strengthen bonds with their teenage grandchildren. Delve into the complexities of adolescent life while...

Raising Black Teen Boys in Turbulent Times "It is always heartening to see women step up to the writer's table. When the results are as adroit and affecting as Marita Golden's work, it is more than satisfying; it is a cause for celebration."--Toni Morrison,...

This book offers clear, actionable ways for parents and educators to create and strengthen relationships with teens during a key time of growth and development. With an emphasis on mindfulness, non-violent communication, and rooted in what we know about brain and social development during...

A progressive, effective, and responsible approach to sex education for parents and teens that challenges traditional teaching models and instead embraces 21st century realities by promoting healthy sexuality, values, and body image in young people.Sex education today generally falls into one of two categories:...

In 1973, Linda Pressman's Holocaust Survivor parents pack up their family of seven daughters and move cross country, from idyllic Skokie, Illinois, to the wild west - Scottsdale, Arizona - in a time of horse trailers, feed stores, and a church on every corner....

This book is about Chelsea Songbird's fifteenth year on earth. A very difficult age for many teen's, even Chelsea has her challenges to overcome with her friendships. Her best friend BreAnna was introduced to her other best friend Jake. They became a couple and...

Mothers and teenage daughters argue more than any other child-parent pair--on average every two-and-a-half days. These quarrels, Terri Apter shows, are attempts to negotiate changes in a relationship that is valued by both mothers and daughters. A daughter often feels her mother doesn't know...

"I don't know why my daughter is so angry. She yells at me all the time " "Our daughter comes home, goes straight to her room, turns on her CD player and won't talk to anyone- especially me." "The emotional ups and downs of...

An 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 DevelopmentAuthor: Robert Bayard, Jean BayardISBN-10: 0871314797ISBN-13: 9780871314796Publisher: M. Evans and CompanyLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/15/1986Pages: 224Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.58lbsSize: 8.42h x 5.40w x...

A guide for saving today's overwhelmed teens through love, laughter, and the power of resilience.A little resilience goes a long way, peel back the cheerful facade that parents present, and you'll find that many are worried about their teens. Mood swings, impulsiveness, poor judgment,...

Author: Amanda RootseyISBN-10: 1401950973ISBN-13: 9781401950972Publisher: Hay House Audio BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/09/2018Pages: 274Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.89lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.62d

What events and processes occur in the lives of open and expressive boys that often change them into locked-down, uncommunicative adolescents? In this book, a counseling psychologist draws on her own extensive research to help your understand the communication challenges faced by your son...

After all the testing and touring and applying, your child has been accepted to college. Congratulations Now what? Every new student grapples with making a successful transition to college--with remaining healthy, happy, grounded, and in school. Indeed, the national statistics are sobering: One in...