Parenting Teens

Whenever Amy McCready mentions the "entitlement epidemic" to a group of parents, she is inevitably met with eye rolls, nodding heads, and loaded comments about affected children. It seems everywhere one looks, there are preschoolers who only behave in the grocery store for a treat, narcissistic teenagers posting selfies across all forms of social media, and adult children living off their parents. Parenting expert Amy McCready reveals in this book that the solution is to help kids develop healthy attitudes in life.

If Social Media Feels Like a Minefield, Navigate it Safely Without Losing Your Teen. Do you lie awake at night, worrying about how social media is affecting your child's self-esteem and mental health? Does your teen's constant scrolling leave you feeling helpless and disconnected? What if you had a roadmap to guide your child through the complexities of the digital age? In many ways, social media is an incredibly beneficial platform for young people. But there are disadvantages and dangers to social media, too, and these can have a significant impact on a young person's mental health. Here ...

“Hello, mom?” “Piper?” “I have been arrested. Will you please come get me?” “AGAIN, Piper?!” I sigh. “I can explain…” “I will be right there. My mom comforts me, “ I know you are tired; just go get her, and we can talk when you get back.” Stressed and upset, I drive to the police station to pick up my wayward daughter. I am at my wit's end with this girl! I know that rebelling as a teenager is normal; even though I had rebellious moments, Piper takes it to a new level. I stopped short when my eyes lock on her new probation officer. “Come on, Piper,” I insist....

From the moment a mother holds her newborn son, his eyes tell her that she is his world. But often, as he grows up, the boy who needs her simultaneously pushes her away. Calling upon thirty years of experience as a pediatrician, Meg Meeker, MD, a highly sought-after national speaker, assistant professor of clinical medicine, and mother of four, shares the secrets that every mother needs to know in order to strengthen-or rebuild-her relationship with her son.

As a mom with five kids ages twelve to twenty-two living at home, Amy Betters-Midtvedt found that parenting teens challenged everything she thought it meant to be a “good” mom. But in the unraveling came the building of something new and more beautiful than she could have imagined: an incredible sense of love, hope, joy, and relationship. You'll Make It (and They Will Too) is as much about navigating the minefields of anxiety and mental health as it is setting curfews, convincing kids to bring their dishes back to the kitchen, and deciding whose turn it is to have the car keys.

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 try. This audiobook can help you become an ally with your son as he discovers greater self-confidence and accepts responsibility for his future.

In the midst of a rising tide of teen anxiety, mental health expert Katie M. Wirig presents a groundbreaking resource tailored to both teens and parents. With over 30% of adolescents reporting heightened feelings of insecurity and anxiety, "Parenting Teens In The Anxiety Era" is a vital roadmap for families seeking to build resilience and emotional well-being. This comprehensive guide delves deep into the complexities of teen anxiety, offering actionable strategies derived from real-life success stories. As a seasoned mental health professional, Wirig provides an insightful and ...

Teaching Life Skills to Children and Teens With ADHD describes the Life Skills Program created by author Vincent J. Monastra at his ADHD clinic. It features practical strategies for helping children and teens develop essential life skills at home, school, or in a support group setting.

Specifically written with today’s busy teens in mind, The Teen Life Skills and Mindset Handbook is engaging and relatable offering practical advice through myth-busting, actionable steps, and storytelling of the author's personal experiences of love, loss, and close encounters to reinforce the lessons.

Your child’s self-esteem starts with your support. In a world where likes, comparisons, and unrealistic standards dominate your child’s screen and mind, how do you help them believe they are enough? Self-Esteem in Teens and Tweens: A Modern Parent’s Roadmap is a compassionate and empowering guide for parents who want to help their child develop a strong, lasting sense of self-worth. With warmth, wisdom, and up-to-date tools for the digital age, Dr. Richard L. Travis takes you on a journey through the emotional world of today’s youth—and shows you how to meet them there. Inside, ...

Feeling like you’re disconnected from your teenager? Look no further! As teenagers grow up, it can seem like they have their own language and this book will help you to get on their level. But where do you start with your child? Parents can be flooded with too much information from the internet and opinions of other parents on how to connect with their teenagers. Even more connected families can struggle to communicate after their children enter that next stage of life. Do you get anxious about trying to say the right thing at the right time? It can be anxiety-inducing to guess what is ...

Are you worried your teen might be using drugs or alcohol? You’re not alone—and there is hope. In this fully updated 2025 edition, Dr. Richard L. Travis offers a compassionate, research-driven guide for parents navigating the terrifying reality of substance use in children as young as 10. With powerful real-life examples, up-to-date statistics, and an abundance of practical tools, this book is a lifeline for families in crisis. Inside, you'll discover: The latest trends in teen drug use, including vaping, fentanyl, and social media influence How to spot early warning signs—behavioral,...

Love Loud, Live Proud: The Parent’s Guide to Supporting Their LGBTQ+ Child Parenting is a journey filled with twists, turns, and surprises. When your child comes out as LGBTQ+, it opens the door to a path of growth, understanding, and unconditional love. In Proud Out Loud, Kristi Martucci shares her heartfelt story as a parent, offering a compassionate and practical guide to navigating through this life-changing experience. Drawing from her own journey, Martucci sheds light on the concerning issues that LGBTQ+ youth face—fear of rejection, societal pressure, and the struggle to live ...

Yelling, pleading, enforcing strict rules, and giving in have proven ineffective. You’ve tried it all—along with tons of treatments and therapies—with no improvement. Katie K. May knows what you’re going through. She also knows what your teen is going through because she lived it. You’re on Fire, It’s Fine is more than a book; it’s a comprehensive approach for parents of teens overwhelmed by intense emotions.

Positive Self-Parenting Solutions is made for teenagers struggling and dealing with depression. It begins by emphasizing the importance of mindfulness and healing the post-traumatic stress in one's life and the numerous benefits.

Stop Walking on Eggshells has already helped more than a million people with friends and family members suffering from BPD understand this difficult disorder, set boundaries, and help their loved ones stop relying on dangerous BPD behaviors. This fully revised third edition has been updated with the very latest BPD research on comorbidity, extensive new information about narcissistic personality disorder (NPD), the effectiveness of schema therapy, and coping and communication skills you can use to stabilize your relationship with the BPD or NPD sufferer in your life.

Mystified by the situations girls face today? There's a good reason, Mom. Our girls are growing up in a completely different world than we did. But whether your daughter is very young or a teenager, you can equip yourself with the wisdom and practical help she needs for the pressures and decisions ahead. With keen insight and warm encouragement, Cheri Fuller shares how you can become a more welcome influence at every stage in your daughter's life.

Adolescents are hardwired to explore and grow, and learning is mainly how they do this. But a shocking majority of teens are disengaged from school, simultaneously bored and overwhelmed. As parents, we can feel powerless and don’t know how to help – until now. Based on five years of research into why children lose their love of learning, award-winning journalist Jenny Anderson and the Brookings Institution’s global education expert Rebecca Winthrop have created a transformative model that every parent, carer and educator needs to know about.

Ready to take your stepfamily to the next level? In Stepparenting Made Simple you’ll discover in a succinct book, real-life insights and practical strategies to help you build a strong, supportive, and loving family. Written by someone who has lived on both sides of a blended family—as a stepchild and a stepparent—this book offers valuable wisdom, personal experiences, and actionable steps to help you: ✅ Foster meaningful connections between step-siblings and parents ✅ Manage complex emotions and family dynamics with care ✅ Establish effective co-parenting and communication ...

Confident Parents, Confident Kids lays out an approach for helping parents - and the kids they love - hone their emotional intelligence so they can make wise choices, connect, and communicate well with others (even when patience wears thin), and become socially competent, confident human beings.