Parenting Teens

You may have some great ideas about how you would like to parent your child (for instance, give him or her freedom with the hope that they will use it well). But in reality, they are just ideas. In Parenting Teens: A Parent's Guide to Raising a Successful and Responsible Teen, you will hear about situations from real families who have been in your shoes. They have been there, done that! You will learn about the feelings, experiences, and anecdotes of parents who have discovered what works for them and their teen.

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,...

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.

Unlock the secrets to a well-organized, focused, and confident teen in just a matter of weeks, even if previous attempts have fallen short. Is your teen struggling to focus, plan ahead, or manage their time effectively? Does it feel like every attempt to organize their schedule turns into a battle? Are you seeking proven methods to equip them with life skills that don't feel overwhelming? If you've answered "yes" to any of these concerns, you are not alone. Many parents face similar struggles. But don’t worry, because there are practical and empowering solutions within reach.

Does your teenage daughter seem overwhelmed by the battles of life—confused about her identity, burdened by anxiety, or entangled in the pressures of today’s culture? You are not alone. Every parent desires to see their daughter flourish spiritually, emotionally, and mentally. But how do you fight the unseen battles threatening her well-being? Deliverance Prayers for Your Teenage Daughter is not just another prayer book—it's a divine arsenal for spiritual warfare that empowers you to intercede for your daughter’s freedom, growth, and destiny. This book is a powerful guide, ...

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.

When children "push our buttons", we find ourselves reacting in ways that are far from our principles, often further inflaming a situation. When our children are at their worst, they need us to be at our best - or as close to it as we can be. Educator and family counselor Kim John Payne, author of Simplicity Parenting, offers techniques that simply and directly shift these damaging patterns in communication and parental behavior.

Even smart kids do stupid things. It's a simple fact of life. No one makes it through the teenage years unscathed - not the teens and not their parents. But now there's expert help for both generations in this groundbreaking new guide for surviving the drama of adolescence. In WHY Do They Act That Way? nationally renowned, award-winning psychologist Dr. David Walsh explains exactly what happens to the human brain on the path from childhood into adolescence and adulthood.

If you want your teen to transition into adulthood independently then this book is for you: Parenting autistic children is hard, adding teenage hormones into the mix creates a whole host of challenges you probably never saw coming. I have battled with my son’s temper tantrums, his anxiety and also his struggle to value his uniqueness. Being a parent can make you feel like the loneliest person in the world, but you aren’t in this alone.

Is your teenage son battling unseen forces that seem to control his thoughts, emotions, and behaviors? Are you desperate to break the chains of addiction, rebellion, and spiritual oppression that have gripped his life? In a world filled with temptations and negative influences, many parents are left feeling helpless and overwhelmed. But you are not alone—and there is hope. "Deliverance Prayers for Your Teenage Son" is more than just a prayer book. It is a spiritual toolkit crafted specifically for parents who desire to see their sons walk in freedom, strength, and victory. Written with a ...

Delve into a practical and compassionate tour of adolescence, laden with insight and understanding. Embarking on an exploration that spans from understanding teen behaviors to communicating effectively with your teen, this book serves as a beacon for those lost in the labyrinth of parenting teens. With crucial additions focused on the influence of the internet, substance use, and LGBTQ+ youth, it adapts to the evolving landscapes your teenager might be trekking.

The Mother & Daughter dynamic during the tween and teen years can be extremely demanding. This relationship however is extremely important to a young girls development and many moms get stuck when attempting to address issues when it comes to peer relationships, school, the mother and daughter bond, social media, puberty, dating and emotional health. I'm a Mom of a Teen Girl, Help is self help guide for moms that provides facts on this developmental stage, tips, do's, don'ts, positive affirmations and conversation starters to help with navigating this difficult but unique stage in a young ...

Do you want to easily help your teenager cope with everyday conflicting problems whilst developing a calmer, more positive environment and relationship at home? Raising a teen is a tricky part of the parenting journey but the teenage years do not need to be terrifying. Multiple studies have found distracted parenting, and low levels of parental warmth and support contribute to behavioural problems, insecurity, and emotional difficulties in adolescents.

"Believing that something is wrong with us is a deep and tenacious suffering," says Tara Brach at the start of this illuminating book. This suffering emerges in crippling self-judgments and conflicts in our relationships, in addictions and perfectionism, in loneliness and overwork - all the forces that keep our lives constricted and unfulfilled. Radical Acceptance offers a path to freedom, including the day-to-day practical guidance developed over Dr. Brach's 20 years of work with therapy clients and Buddhist students.

EVERY FAMILY SHOULD READ THIS! A survey done by The Barna Group found that "parents typically have no plan for the spiritual development of their children; do not consider it a priority, have little or no training in how to nurture a child’s faith, have no related standards or goals that they are seeking to satisfy, and experience no accountability for their efforts.” The results of this are tragic. Recent reports have discovered that between 75% and 85% of children who grow up in evangelical homes leave the church by their sophomore year of college. Every day our children are bombarded...

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.

You’re never too young to learn the language of money… and the lessons that his rich dad taught Robert. Like it or not, money is a part of our everyday lives and the more we understand it, the better the chance that we can learn to have our money work hard for us - instead of working hard for money all our lives. That starts with learning the language of money. This book, created from the international bestseller Rich Dad Poor Dad, shares Robert’s inspiring person story but teaches how to make smart choices.

Child development expert Ellen Galinsky challenges widely held assumptions about adolescents and offers new ways for parents and others to better understand and interact with them in a way that helps them thrive.

Do you ever feel like you're losing your teenage son to the challenges of the world? You never saw it coming. As a Christian mom, you poured your heart into raising him with love and faith, but now, it seems like he's turning his back on everything you've held dear. It can be a tumultuous journey, but remember, you are not alone. There's still hope, and your prayers are more powerful than you might think. In God, I’m Worried about My Son, you’ll discover a compelling and inspiring 7-step strategy, proven to heal the relationship between a prodigal son and a praying mother. Val, an ...

“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....