Age groups: adolescents

Why is it so hard to be the parent you thought you would be? Do your kids sometimes make you feel your head is going to explode? Ever yelled at them until you were hoarse? Do you have days when you feel like making a run for the airport? For harassed...

Finding Stevie is a dark and poignant true story that highlights the dangers lurking online. When Stevie’s social worker tells Cathy, an experienced foster carer, that Stevie, 14, is gender fluid she isn’t sure what that term means and looks it up...

‘A much-needed resource empowering readers with powerful insights, a road map of practical strategies and above all else hope.’ Karen Young – child & adolescent anxiety specialist   Helping teens and tweens cope when times are tough...

When Damien Cave brought his young family to Sydney to set up the New York Times’ Australian Bureau, they encountered the local pursuits of Nippers and surfing – and a completely different approach to risk that changed the way they lived their lives...

A groundbreaking approach to parenting by nationally-respected educator Alfie Kohn that gives parents “powerful alternatives to help children become their most caring, responsible selves” (Adele Faber, New York Times bestselling author) by switching the...

An essential resource to address anxiety disorders and OCD in children and teenagers, from a prominent researcher and psychologist at Mayo Clinic.Parenting can be overwhelming when your child is struggling with an anxiety disorder or OCD but it doesn't...

Why didn't Peter Parker stop the burglar who killed Uncle Ben?Are Spider-Man's foes inherently evil, or are they victims of circumstances beyond their control?What do the many web-slinging superheroes across the Spider-Verse tell us about the choices we...

Practical steps based on brain science and development to help kids thrive post-pandemic and beyond.Attention, mood, emotions, behaviors, organization, communication, social interactions, learning, and confidence all have one thing in common-the brain...

Hit podcast host Max Dubrow reveals what teens wish their parents understood, with insight from Dr. Judy Ho. Most parents know being a teenager is hard but have no idea what is actually going on in their teen's life. Podcast host and teenager Max Dubrow,...

Follow along in the story of Jesus' Silent Years in this final chapter of the hero's development as His suffering finally pays off He's survived starvation, plague, and prison. He's taken his friends for an air-walk above a castle wall. Now join Jesus as...

What happens when a perfectly healthy teen suddenly becomes tired and lethargic? In Tired Teens, Dr. Philip R. Fischer draws upon decades of experience as a pediatrician to pinpoint causes of chronic fatigue in teens and explains how teens and parents...

In today's ever-changing world, the mental health challenges youth face have become increasingly pronounced. The need for support is more critical than ever before, but many parents may find themselves ill-equipped to identify and address these concerns...

Do you ever feel unprepared for life in the "real world?" This book talks about things that are critical to survival (how to conduct CPR), things that are quite practical (how to operate a washing machine), and subjects that are uncomfortable (gang...

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...

Embark on a journey of connection and understanding withWhere 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...

A relatable, interactive workbook designed to help teenage boys acknowledge and overcome their issues with poor academic motivation. The book also offers parents advice and exercises to help them become their son's ally, rather than his...

On the surface, capable teenage boys may look lazy. But dig a little deeper, writes child psychologist Adam Price in He's Not Lazy, and you'll often find conflicted boys who want to do well in middle and high school but are afraid to fail, and so do not...

Drawing on thousands of hours of one-on-one counseling, Cracking the Boy Code explains boys' psychological needs and how to use specific, clearly explained techniques for effective communication. Includes the crucial role of non-verbal...