Turn back the clocks! Your sweet child has morphed into a teen. And it's no longer just a messy bedroom or an attitude with a capital "A" causing concern. There's a whole new range of issues on the horizon. What if your daughter texts a naked picture to a "boyfriend"... which he then forwards to the entire class? What if your son becomes increasingly withdrawn... Or your child is being bullied online? Would you know what to do? You could read a whole book on teen psychology - but who has the time! As a parent, what you need most is quick and candid advice for dealing with the issue at hand. After all, if you say the right thing you will open up the lines of communication, but say the wrong thing... and WATCH OUT. A Survival Guide to Parenting Teens is the solution. Covering a broad range of issues from the terrifying (sex, drinking, drugs, depression) to the frustrating (defiance, laziness, conformity, entitlement), parenting expert Joani Geltman approaches each of the 80 topics with honesty and a dash of humor. Want to understand why teens do what they do? Joani reveals what they are thinking and feeling - and what developmental factors are involved. She then explains how to approach each problem in a way that lets your kid know you "get it" and leads to truly productive conversations. From lying to sexting to falling grades, the teenage years can be an uphill battle. Here is the no-nonsense guide you need to get your teen talking, listening, and back on track. Reviews and Endorsements: "If you, or any you know, are the parent or relative of a teen, this book is for you.' - Work & Family Life "... gives parents the ammunition, information, and permission to meet these parenting challenges with open eyes and firm resolve.' - Publishers Weekly "It's like having my very own `therapist' on my night table, to give me advice any time I need it." - Ms. Toody Goo Shoes "... book you'll keep in your night stand, or in the kitchen drawer, or in your purse (because we've all had those days, am I right?).' - BlogHer "Every time I hear a friend tells me that their kid is `driving them crazy', I recommend this guide!' - Care's Online Book Club "It's a great and informative read that you won't regret if you have or will soon have a teen in your home." - Mom on the Side "Parents of teens needing a supportive, insightful guide to help them through the pitfalls of their child's toughest years should take a look at A Survival Guide... " - The Sun Daily "..Geltman's advice will arm you with knowledge and tools that you can use to better understand and parent your teen. I highly recommend it.' - Mother Daughter Book Club "The book is honest, open and frank and really allows any parent to understand the issues at hand.' - Dad of Divas' Review "The book is easy to understand and written with an appropriate level of humor... .If you have a teenager, or a child who will soon be there, it's definitely worth getting!" - Motherhood Moment "... a valuable guidebook filled with humor and advice that all parents should read regardless of how old their kids are... ' - Twin Cities Frugal Mom "This is truly a fantastic book for mothers with children at any age." - Power of Moms "One of the five best books for parenting teens... This book is awesome for parents having trouble opening those ever-clogged lines of communication with their teen.' - Tampa Bay Parenting "Whether it is drinking and drugs to motivating a `quitter' teen, this book has it all... Pick up A Survival Guide To Parenting Teens today.' - The Baby Spot "... power-packed resource for parents and caregivers who need a little help (or want to prepare in advance for) parenting their teens well.' - The Homemade Creative " About the Author: Joani Geltman has a Masters degree in Social Work, and is an expert in child development and parenting. She presents her popular course, Adolescent Psychology, to schools and community groups, hosts Ask the Expert gatherings for parents, and provides home-based parent coaching services. " |