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From the author of Middle School Matters, discover how to bolster any middle schooler’s resilience by leveraging the 12 Middle School Superpowers they need to manage disappointment, self-regulate emotions, take healthy risks, and recover from any setback. Middle school can be one of the...

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...

Teenagers face unique challenges when it comes to situational awareness. These challenges are only exacerbated by the constant physical and biological changes teens are subjected to. As young people learn to deal with these changes, they begin to explore the limits of their individuality. Unfortunately, this process often involves unnecessary risk-taking. The key to keeping teens safe during this time is to keep them alert and engaged with their environment. Spotting Danger Before It Spots Your Teens is designed around principles of positive communication, trust, and teamwork.

Let's face it: Life gives you plenty of reasons to get angry, sad, scared, and frustrated - and those feelings are okay. But sometimes it can feel like your emotions are taking over, spinning out of control with a mind of their own. To make matters worse, these overwhelming emotions might be interfering with school, causing trouble in your relationships, and preventing you from living a happier life.

Gary Chapman, The New York Times number one best-selling author of The Five Love Languages®, and Clarence Shuler met when Clarence was still a teen. Gary mentored Clarence and helped him make wise decisions during his tumultuous teen years. Together, they reveal the reasons why some teens thrive as adults while others struggle and what makes the difference.

Is your child struggling with schoolwork, friendships, or home life? Are you concerned about their ability to succeed? As a licensed clinical psychologist and psychiatric nurse practitioner, Dr. Angie Rumaldo has helped adolescents make huge advancements in their lives. Now, she's here to shed new light on your own child's challenges and how to overcome them.

Take it from a mom who raised two teenage boys into actual humans—yes, they can and do change. This is her tough love and candid advice on being a good guy in a world full of assh*les. Have you ever returned the family car with less than a quarter tank left? Or gotten a technical in a...

Whether your teen is struggling with academic pressure, social anxiety, or general overwhelm, Calming Teenage Anxiety offers a clear, empathetic roadmap to help them thrive. With patience, insight, and the right support, you can guide your teen toward a more confident and emotionally healthy future.

In Stand Strong Nick Vujicic gives you strategies for developing a “bully defense system” so you can handle bullies of all kinds, by building your strength from the inside out. With no arms, no legs, and no defense, Nick Vujicic has experienced bullying of all kinds for being “different...

Mindy McKnight, YouTube's favorite mom, shares the tools parents need to keep kids safe in their online lives--and shows how to create stronger family relationships as they do. A cross between Jen Hatmaker and Rosalind Wiseman, VIRAL PARENTING is a guide to raising responsible, safe, and...

If your son or daughter is suffering from anxiety, you probably have more questions than answers: What is causing the anxiety? Is this normal teenage angst or something more serious? What can I do to help? Jessica Thompson, the mother of three teens, has seen kids struggle with anxiousness. She wants you to understand the issues surrounding teenage anxiety and how our culture, the church, and perhaps even you may be contributing to the problem.

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The Road Map Every Student Needs for Life After GraduationGraduation is coming fast—and suddenly everyone wants to know what you’re doing next. College? A job? The military? A trade? A gap year? If you’re feeling pressured, unsure, or as if you’re supposed to have everything figured out by now, here’s the truth: You’re not behind—and you’re not alone. Big Steps!: Navigating Life After High School is a straight-talking guide for graduating seniors who want real answers—not lectures, clichés, or “just follow your passion” advice.

DOES YOUR TEEN COME HOME FINE — THEN FALL APART WITHOUT WARNING? You know the moment. The front door opens. Everything seems normal. Then, for a reason that makes no sense from the outside, the entire evening unravels. Your teenager is on the floor. Or gone silent behind a closed door. Or so overwhelmed that no words reach them. You love them completely. You want to help. And you don't know how. This book is a compassionate, research-grounded guide for parents and autistic teenagers navigating one of the most challenging passages of modern family life.

So they've reached their teenage years eh? Buckle up. One day, they’re your sweet, good-natured kid —next thing you know, they’re rolling their eyes so hard you’re worried they’ll sprain their neck. Sound familiar? If parenting your teen sometimes feels like trying to defuse a bomb while blindfolded, you’re not alone. Surviving Your Teenage Child is the no-nonsense, relatable, and research-backed guide you need to navigate the highs, lows, and utterly bizarre moments of adolescence.

DO YOU HAVE YOUR LIFE FIGURED OUT YET? IF NOT, CONGRATS—YOU’RE NORMAL. That said, how do you figure it out? The good news is, your life is already leaving you clues—about what matters to you, what you’re good at, what’s worth your time. When you ignore those clues, you start drifting or, worse yet, set your course for the wrong destination entirely. How Teens Win is your map to the very best treasure you’ll ever discover—yourself. Your potential. Your possibility. Your future.

Too often, parents wear blinders when it comes to the sex lives of their children. They hear the statistics—how 80% of college students have engaged in rough sex or how one in four teens have sent or received a sext—and think, "Not my kid." Yes, Your Kid is the reality check parents need about what sex is like today—so they can better educate and support their tweens, teens, and college students.

It’s hard when we love our kids and desire to help them, but just can’t figure out how to address their struggles and behavior issues. This quick-listen, eye-opening book will help you understand the often hidden factors that dramatically impact our kids' behavior, motivations and struggles. It will offer insights into why what you’re doing is not working and ideas for moving forward.

Essere genitori competenti, capaci di «allenare» i nostri figli alla vita, non è facile. Soprattutto in questo inizio di terzo millennio, dominato dall'attrazione magnetica che il mondo online esercita su bambini e ragazzi. Da una parte, infatti, ci siamo noi adulti, con il nostro progetto educativo, desiderosi di fornire ai più giovani tutti gli strumenti di cui hanno bisogno per diventare grandi. Dall'altra c'è il marketing, che quando si rivolge ai nostri figli non ha alcuna attenzione per i loro bisogni di crescita.

Reactions are about emotions and adrenaline. They are not solutions but immediate expressions. In contrast, responses can be honed and developed. This leads to a better understanding of oneself, their situation, and the people involved. Using patient guidance, teenagers can interact with the world using their clear emotional intelligence.