Teenagere: råd til forældre

Gordon Neufeld og Gabor Matés moderne klassiker og internationale bestseller fra 2004 (Hold on to Your Kids. Why Parents Need to Matter more than Peers) er en åben invitation til alle forældre, der ønsker at opdrage deres barn på en måde, så den vigtige RELATION – nemlig den til forældre og andre vigtige voksne i barnets liv – altid er i fokus. Men bogen er ikke kun skrevet med henblik på forældreopgaven. Alle med interesse for børn og unge, ja, alle der arbejder professionelt i feltet, kan høste uvurderlige erkendelser gennem bogen. Og i særlig grad alle unge studerende inden for felter, der beskæftiger sig med dette arbejde – pædagoger, lærere, psykologer, sagsbehandlere, socialrådgivere, sygeplejersker, læger etc. Bogen er banebrydende inden for pædagogisk forståelse og handling og oplagt som fast pensum på en lang række studier. Gordon Neufelds sigte med bogen er at hjælpe os til at genskabe den intuitive viden om de vigtige relationer, som danner grundlag for barnets mulighed for at blomstre og udfolde sit potentiale som menneske. Udgangspunktet for Neufelds paradigme er hans helt særlige tilknytningsmodel. Tilknytningsmodellen beskriver 6 trin, som ideelt set skulle udfolde sig i barnets første 6 til 9 leveår. Den dybeste tilknytning er til eksempel den, der ligger til grund for, at det kan lykkes for et menneske at bryde den sociale arv. Tilknytningsmodellen åbner døre til en dyb indsigt i menneskenaturen, og med den som baggrund bliver barnets modningsprocesser forståelige, og dermed alt det, der befordrer disse, og alt det, der kan komme i vejen. Når vi ved, hvad der kunne være, har vi mulighed for at se, hvad der mangler, og finde vejen tilbage.Gordon Neufeld tager i bogen armtag med mange aspekter af vores samfund, som ikke er befordrende for vores børn. Han er på børnenes side, og han er på forældrenes side, og de voksne med ansvar for børns udvikling. Bogen har siden dens udgivelse i 2004 været en øjenåbner for forældre og folk i hele verden, der på den ene eller anden måde arbejder professionelt med børn, og den er p.t. oversat til 25 sprog. I genudgivelsen fra 2013 har Gordon Neufeld tilføjet 2 kapitler (som også er med i den danske udgivelse) om opdragelse i den digitale tidsalder. Han kommer her ind på, hvad det er for stærke kræfter, vi har med at gøre i de digitale medier, og hvordan vi kan gennemskue deres påvirkning på vores børns udvikling, så vi kan navigere i dette helt nye felt og styre det, der skal styres, som ansvarlige voksne, i stedet for at børn og unge bliver kørt over af det.Bogen er skrevet i et klart, tilgængeligt og fortællende sprog, hvor forfatteren tager os med ind i hverdagssituationer med børn og forældre, som de fleste af os sikkert kan genkende. Bogens indhold er relevant for forældre til børn i alle aldre, fra småbørn og helt frem til voksne børn. Oversættelsen fra canadisk til dansk varetages af Grete Lyngdorf, der gennem tretten år har formidlet Gordon Neufelds materiale til danske forældre og professionelle gennem NEUFELD KURSER I DANMARK.

Psykoterapeut og teenageekspert Lotte Palsteen lærer dig at skabe en bedre relation til din teenager. Du får bedre forståelse for alt det, der ligger bag din teenagers reaktioner – og ikke mindst, hvad der ligger bag dine egne.Lotte Palsteen vejleder i, hvad der skal til, for at din teenager føler sig set, hørt og forstået, og giver dig som forælder mod på at se dig selv i et klart og kærligt lys. Hun kommer rundt om nutidens performance-kultur, der skaber 12-tals-”narkomaner”, og giver råd til, hvordan vi som forældre kan støtte den sunde selvmotivation og selvledelse og undgå den høje rate af unge med stress og depression. Måske tænker du, at teenagetiden er en anstrengende periode, der bare skal overstås? Men du kan bruge den turbulente tid til at lave et grundigt tjek af dig selv og dit liv.Lotte Palsteen er psykoterapeut MPF med mange års erfaring som underviser for børn og unge med følelsesmæssige og sociale problemer og er den mest populære foredragsholder i Danmark på teeageområdet.

Hvor meget bør mit barn egentlig spille hver dag? Er det problematisk at se youtube i timevis? Og hvordan skal man egentlig opføre sig på de sociale medier?Mange forældre (og bedsteforældre) er bekymrede for deres barns digitale liv og ved ikke helt, hvordan de skal håndtere det - eller for den sags skyld forstå det.Det gør FÅ STYR PÅ DIT BARNS DIGITALE LIV noget ved. I en praktisk og letlæselig bog guider psykolog Ulla Dyrløv forældrene igennem de mange bekymringer og faldgruber, der er, når ens barn har et digitalt liv - hvadenten barnet er fem år gammel eller en ung, selvstændig teenager.Bogen er delt sådan op, at det er nemt at bladre frem til det eller de emner eller aldersgrupper, der optager én lige nu, og hele vejen igennem er den fyldt med lister, opsamlinger og konkrete råd til aftaler og huskeregler.Ulla Dyrløv, der bl.a. er kendt fra DR-programmet "Aldrig for sent", har stor erfaring med børns digitale liv gennem forløb i sin psykologpraksis. Ulla Dyrløv er uddannet psykolog og en populær foredragsholder. Hun har skrevet bøgerne "Pilot for dit barn", "Det professionelle kram" og "Flyvefærdig".

Bag den lukkede teenagedør er der et FANTASTISK projekt i gang!Unge er hverken dumme eller dovne, og deres hjerner er ikke ude af drift. De er i gang med et kæmpe udviklingsprojekt, med at bygge deres personlighed og med at folde sig ud fra barn til voksen.Den fantastiske teenagehjerne fortæller om alt det, der sker i ungdommen. Om risikoadfærd og konsekvensberegning, om sex og relationer, om selvskade og digitale krænkelser, om at opleve alting stærkere og mere intenst end på noget andet tidspunkt i livet, om mod og tvivl og om fuldt fokus på de andre unge – på godt og ondt.Bogen shamer hverken de unge eller forældrene. Den er fuld af gode råd til forældre – og bygger på spændende forskning og statistik om unge og ungdomskultur. Statistikkerne om unge er soleklar: De unge har aldrig opført sig bedre, end de gør i dag. De drikker mindre, tager færre stoffer og begår mindre kriminalitet. De tænker globalt, bekymrer sig om miljøet og er mere tolerante end tidligere generationer.Samtidig har de aldrig haft det værre. Deres mentale trivsel er dårligere, de har mere ondt i maven, de føler sig forkerte, angste, deprimerede og mere ensomme end nogensinde før.Ungdommen er på samme tid en kæmpe optur og et mentalt lavpunkt. Tag med en tur i den store udviklingskarrusel!En livsnødvendig og livsbekræftende bog til alle teenageforældre og til dem, der har med unge at gøre i deres arbejde: lærere, pædagoger og andre fagfolk.

Det står ikke godt til med den mentale trivsel hos de unge. Mange kæmper med stress, angst, ensomhed og følelsen af at være utilstrækkelig, og selv de mere robuste kan blive udfordret. Derfor har børn brug og unge for støttende forældre, der formår at rumme og guide dem.Desværre er mange voksne forvirrede, når det kommer til deres teenagere. De har brug for helt konkrete råd til, hvordan de kan støtte op om bedre samtaler og samvær.I LYT TIL DIN TEENAGER giver bestsellerforfatteren og den tidligere OL-vinder Arne Nielsson sammen med CEO for organisationen MOT Danmark, Stina Grøn, konkrete redskaber til forældre med teenagebørn. Deres indsigter bygger på den nyeste forskning, viden og dokumentation.Bogen præsenterer fire forskellige forældretyper og de dynamikker, fordele og faldgruber, der gør sig gældende for dem hver især. Desuden er der en række eksempler, der illustrerer hvordan, hvornår og hvorfor vi går galt af de unge.

Hvordan tager man som forældre eller professionel fat på samtaler med unge, der ryger hash? Hvad gør man, når den unges forbrug står i vejen for det gode ungdomsliv? Hvordan skaber man dialog i stedet for konflikt? Det giver denne bog konkrete og vedkommende bud på. På baggrund af sit mangeårige arbejde i Stofrådgivningen giver bogens forfatter, familieterapeut Anine Boisen, et væld af gode råd og konkret viden om unge og hash. Bogen rummer også casehistorier med brugbare ideer til, hvordan man – som forældre eller professionel – kan forstå og håndtere de problemer, der følger med, når unge har et forbrug af hash. Med udgangspunkt i fakta om hash og en nuanceret forståelse af, hvad det vil sige at være teenager, beskriver bogen en række centrale temaer: de første samtaler om hash, når unge lyver og stjæler, forældres afmagt og samarbejde omkring konflikter og forandringer. Bogen henvender sig til forældre, lærere, ungerådgivere, socialrådgivere og andre, der er tæt på unge, der har et forbrug af hash. "Nyt skal læres, gammelt skal kasseres, der skal tages hensyn til rusmidlernes virkning på den unge og til, hvem den unge er. I den situation er der brug for støtte, råd og vejledning. Det er her, denne bog kommer med viden og en række vigtige råd og ideer til handlemuligheder." - Henrik Rindom, misbrugsekspert og speciallæge i psykiatri

CHAMPENS ORD er min guide til, hvordan du kommer sjovere og nemmere gennem livet som en rigtig guttermand. For hvis du er en guttermand, så er du home safe. Det er noget af det fedeste du kan opnå. Det er en ordentlig person der er vellidt, og bare har styr på sit shit.Bogen er skrevet til min søn Texas, men den er til alle unge mænd der indimellem står og kunne bruge et råd eller en smutvej i livet. Jeg har nok ikke det endegyldige svar, men jeg har formået at komme ud af selv de dummeste situationer, samtidig med at jeg har haft det fucking sjovt. Der er tips om alt fra økonomi til damer, fra alkohol til venner og bare generelt til, hvordan man bliver et ordentligt menneske.Livet kan være svært at komme igennem, men jeg ved, at med denne bog i hånden, kan det umuligt gå helt galt.

"After more than a decade of stability or improvement, the mental health of adolescents plunged in the early 2010s. Rates of depression, anxiety, self-harm, and suicide rose sharply, more than doubling on most measures. Why? In [this book], social psychologist Jonathan Haidt lays out the facts about the epidemic of teen mental illness that hit many countries at the same time. He then investigates the nature of childhood, including why children need play and independent exploration to mature into competent, thriving adults. Haidt shows how the 'play-based childhood' began to decline in the 1980s, and how it was finally wiped out by the arrival of the 'phone-based childhood' in the early 2010s"--

Vi står over for at skulle betragte forældrerollen med et fornyet og opdateret syn. Det er ikke bare et spørgsmål om at få nogle nye værktøjer eller en ny praksis. Det er at vågne op fra vores mindset og etablerede forestilling om: ”Hvad er en mor? Hvad er en far?”Det sker ikke ved primært at observere, mestre og håndtere vores børn, men ved at observere og håndtere os selv og kigge mere indad. Vores største håb og ønske er at give vores børn al den kærlighed, vi har til dem, og det er ikke altid lige nemt!At give kærlighed er også at give nærvær, og det sker ved, at vi forbinder os med vores børn. Men for at kunne forbinde os autentisk, er vi nødt til at kunne forbinde os med os selv.Denne bog er til dig, der ønsker at blive en endnu mere bevidstgjort forælder med en tidssvarende og forstærket bevidsthed i dit forældreskab.Om forfatterenSigne Westi Løvland (f. 1975) beskriver sit syn på, hvilke udfordringer, der præger forældre i vor tid, og hvordan vi bedst møder dem.Hun skriver ud fra professionel og personlig erfaring som mor til fire børn, psykoterapeut MPF, lærer, konsulent og foredragsholder.Den bevidste forælder handler om at skabe en bedre og tættere forbindelse og kontakt til vores børn, blandt andet ved at blive mere opmærksom og bevidst om vore egne overbevisninger, mønstre og tillærte vaner.

Er du en ung pige, som netop har fået din første menstruation - eller er den lige på trapperne? Så vil jeg sige til dig: Tillykke! Ja, jeg mener det. Din menstruationscyklus er din indgang til livet som kvinde, og den kan hjælpe og støtte dig igennem livet. Hvis du altså forstår den. Det vil den her guide hjælpe dig med. Du vil efter at have læst bogen opleve et sundere og mere naturligt perspektiv på din menstruationscyklus. Du vil sandsynligvis blive fascineret over, hvor meget potentiale der ligger i din cyklus, og hvilken styrke den giver dig som kvinde. Det kan styrke dig resten af livet, hvor du kan leve uden skam og bekymringer omkring din menstruationscyklus. Din menstruationscyklus er dit femte vitale sundhedstegn og lige så vigtigt at holde øje med som dit blodtryk og din temperatur. Den her bog vil vise dig, hvordan du gør det, så du kan få et styrket forhold til din nye kvindekrop. I bogen vil du bl.a. lære om: • Hvad menstruation er, og hvorfor man får det • De fire faser i cyklussen og hvad du kan bruge det til • Hvad der sker i puberteten for piger og drenge • Råd til hvad du kan gøre ved problemer med cyklussen som fx menstruationssmerter og PMS • Hvordan du laver dit første menstruationsritual Guiden henvender sig til piger, forældre og undervisere af piger og drenge. Laura Grubb, cand.soc, har undervist i kvindens menstruationscyklus siden 2015. Hun er passioneret for at bryde tabuet om menstruationscyklussen og vise unge piger og kvinder, hvordan de kan gøre cyklussen til en fordel og styrke fremfor en hæmsko med smerter, ubehag og psykiske gener. Laura Grubb har medvirket i artikler og indslag om menstruationscyklussen og hormoner hos DR, Politiken, Femina, Alt For Damerne, Psykologi, Tv2 Lorry.

"From the author of Hold On, But Don't Hold Still, the emotionally charged and eye-opening account of a mother who navigates the cacophony of best practices and urgent advice from parenting authorities in search of a way to support her teen as he maps his own path to mental health"--

The fourteen essential conversations to have with your tween and early teenager to prepare them for the emotional, physical, and social challenges ahead, including scripts and advice to keep the communication going and stay connected during this critical developmental window. “This book is a gift to parents and teenagers alike.”—Lisa Damour, PhD, author of Untangled and Under PressureTrying to convince a middle schooler to listen to you can be exasperating. Indeed, it can feel like the best option is not to talk! But keeping kids safe—and prepared for all the times when you can't be the angel on their shoulder—is about having the right conversations at the right time. From a brain growth and emotional readiness perspective, there is no better time for this than their tween years, right up to when they enter high school. Distilling Michelle Icard's decades of experience working with families, Fourteen Talks by Age Fourteen focuses on big, thorny topics such as friendship, sexuality, impulsivity, and technology, as well as unexpected conversations about creativity, hygiene, money, privilege, and contributing to the family. Icard outlines a simple, memorable, and family-tested formula for the best approach to these essential talks, the BRIEF Model: Begin peacefully, Relate to your child, Interview to collect information, Echo what you're hearing, and give Feedback. With wit and compassion, she also helps you get over the most common hurdles in talking to tweens, including: • What phrases invite connection and which irritate kids or scare them off• The best places, times, and situations in which to initiate talks • How to keep kids interested, open, and engaged in conversation• How to exit these chats in a way that keeps kids wanting more Like a Rosetta Stone for your tween's confounding language, Fourteen Talks by Age Fourteen is an essential communication guide to helping your child through the emotional, physical, and social challenges ahead and, ultimately, toward teenage success.

Hvilken hylde sætter du dig på i dit moderskab, når din fregnekindede solskinsknægt smækker døren i og går i puberteten?Mød en mor, der går i spåner, da hendes ældste går i puppe, og følg med i scener fra familiens spisekøkkendramaer, erindringsglimt fra årene med hvalpede drenge og forvirringen over hendes egen nye rolle, nu hvor den ældste søn giver slip på sin mor.Det konkrete kaos i en kernefamilie i forandring bliver vævet sammen med betragtninger om ægteskab, forældreskab og venskab i en verden, hvor vi mere end nogensinde har brug for hinanden.Med blik for de normer, alle forældre må kæmpe sig fri af for at skabe deres egne, beretter Julia Lahme vittigt og eftertænksomt om den forvandling, hun selv måtte gå igennem, da hendes ældste gik fra ’altid åben’ til ’lukket pga. ombygning’.Det er genkendelige historier om lange nætter og alt for korte dage, om morfar i Afrika, jagten på Danmarks svar på enhjørningen: den umulige bæver, projektledelse som copingstrategi og om at være moren i midten, også når de små vokser én over hovedet.En selvstændig efterfølger til bestselleren Hvor lagde jeg babyen?

"A revolutionary resource for young adults of all genders to understand and appreciate their bodies, with color photos throughout"--

Welcome to a world where the magic lies in your thoughts and the power is all in your mind.Unlock the secrets to reshaping your mindset, empowering you to take control of your thoughts, and master the art of mental resilience. With affirmations that resonate and are tailored for the vibrant energy of adolescence, this book serves as your compass in navigating the challenges and triumphs of teenhood.Discover the blueprint to own your thoughts, reset your mind, and unleash the superpower that is your unique mindset. Each page is a roadmap to transform your thinking patterns, offering a fresh perspective on how to navigate the exciting journey of self-discovery during the teen years.

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • An urgently needed guide to help parents understand their teenagers’ intense and often fraught emotional lives—and how to support teens through this critical developmental stage—from the author of Untangled and Under PressureDr. Lisa Damour worked as an expert collaborator on Pixar’s Inside Out 2!“How are we supposed to get our kids through these daunting years? There are countless books on the subject, but The Emotional Lives of Teenagers is the nuanced, empathetic one I wish I’d had when I was in the trenches.”—Judith Newman, The New York Times Book ReviewIn teenagers, powerful emotions come with the territory. And as teens contend with with academic pressure, social media stress, worries about the future, and concerns about their own mental health, it’s easy for them—and their parents—to feel anxious and overwhelmed. But it doesn’t have to be that way.Parents who read this book will learn:• what to expect in the normal course of adolescent emotional development and when it’s time to worry• why teens (and adults) need to understand that mental health isn’t about “feeling good” but about having feelings that fit the moment, even if those feelings are unwanted or painful• strategies for supporting teens who feel at the mercy of their emotions, so they can become psychologically aware and skilled at managing their feelings• how to approach common challenges that come with adolescence, such as friction at home, spiking anxiety, risky behavior, navigating friendships and romances, the pull of social media, and many more• the best ways to stay connected to their teens and how to provide the kind of relationship that adolescents need and wantWith clear, research-informed explanations alongside illuminating, real-life examples, The Emotional Lives of Teenagers gives parents the concrete, practical information they need to steady their teens through the bumpy yet transformational journey into adulthood.

Drawing on a decade of psychological research, Coming of Age gets beneath the recent myths and age-old stereotypes of adolescence to reveal the real reasons why teens behave as they do.'Fascinating, moving . . . clear-eyed, unerringly sensible . . . there is insight and kindness throughout this book' Daily MailWhy do teens take risks? What is it that makes them anxious? How do they think about sex, love, bullying and friendship? Adolescence is often difficult and it shapes us for life, but psychologist Lucy Foulkes shows that too often we fear, dismiss or even try to prevent aspect of it that are crucial to our development.Overturning many mistaken assumptions, she shows that apparent recklessness is usually calculated; that teenagers are socially conservative as much as rebellious; that being popular can be just as hard as being lonely; and that self-consciousness and sensation-seeking are not just normal but useful. Above all, she shows that adolescents have an extraordinary capacity for resilience, empathy and mutual support, and that even the most challenging experiences are part of an essential process of self-discovery.'Excellent and insightful . . . expertly presented . . . Foulkes is steeped in knowledge about, as well as respect for, teenage life' Observer'Wonderful and deeply moving . . . shows us the potentially positive aspects of adolescent experiences so often seen as negative' MARK HADDON'Wise and compassionate, well-researched and straight-talking . . . shows how today's adolescents can be helped to flourish in life' Dr Gavin Francis, author of Recovery'Hopeful, inspiring . . . leaves you with a greater understanding of your own adolescence, and greater compassion for those currently in its throes' Camilla Nord, author of The Balanced Brain'Myth-busting . . . eye-opening . . . delivers many counter-intuitive insights' Guardian'Thank goodness . . . for this timely . . . and eminently sensible book . . . You will read this book and sigh in recognition . . . just knowing that everything they - and we - struggle with is normal, and necessary, is helpful' Telegraph'A must read for everyone interested in what is going on with adolescents' Essi Viding, Professor of Developmental Pyschopathy, UCL'Comprehensive, accessible and super useful' Dr Tara Porter, clinical psychologist and author of You Don't Understand Me'Compelling, useful and fascinating . . . revealing adolescence's unwritten rules' JO BRAND

An Instant #1 Sunday Times bestsellerWith her signature candor and wit, New York Times bestselling author Caitlin Moran attempts to answer society's weirdly unasked question: What About Men?Like anyone who discusses the problems of girls and women in public, Caitlin Moran has often been confronted with the question: "But what about men?" And at first, tbh, she dgaf. Boys, and men, are fine, right? Feminism doesn't need to worry about them. However, around the time she heard an angry young man saying he was "boycotting" International Women' Day because "It's easier to be a woman than a man these days," she started to wonder: are unhappy boys, and men, also making unhappy women? The statistics on male misery are grim: boys are falling behind in school, are at greater risk of depression, greater risk of suicide, and, most pertinently, are increasingly at risk from online misogynist radicalization. Will the Sixth Wave of feminism need to fix the men, if it wants to fix the women? Moran began to investigate--talking to her husband, close male friends, and her daughters' friends: bringing up very difficult and candid topics, and receiving vulnerable and honest responses. So: what about men? Why do they only go to the doctor if their partner makes them? Why do they never discuss their penises with each other--but make endless jokes about their balls? What is porn doing for young men? Is sexual strangling a good hobby for young people to have? Are men ever allowed to be sad? Are they ever allowed to lose? Have Men's Rights Activists confused "power" with "empowerment"? Are Mid-Life Crises actually quite cool? And what's the deal with Jordan Peterson's lobster?In this thoughtful, warm, provocative book, Moran opens a genuinely new debate about how to reboot masculinity for the twenty-first century, so that "straight white man" doesn't automatically mean bad news--but also uses the opportunity to make a lot of jokes about testicles, and trousers. Because if men have neither learned to mine their deepest anxieties about masculinity for comedy, nor answered the question "What About Men?," then it's up to a busy woman to do it.

Authored by activists and educators Keith Strickland and Lucas L. Johnson, Youth Change Agent is your comprehensive guide to the best practices for your work to prevent young people from going down the wrong path.

Be the parent your teenager needsTeens retreat to their rooms for lots of reasons: gaming, social media, low self-esteem or just establishing independence. The problem is, if your teen won’t talk to you, it’s very hard to know what’s going on, when to worry and how best to help.This book offers concrete tips on how you can maintain a good relationship and support your teen’s wellbeing despite that often-closed bedroom door, including: real-world wins and everyday actions to build connectionthe blueprint for how to get a reluctant teen to spend time with you (and why it really matters that you persevere)tips on how to communicate effectively (without nagging!)strategies for tackling tricky issues like compulsive gaming, obsessive phone use and social anxietyan honest look at the difficult emotions that we experience when our child starts pushing us awayThe presence of a caring, supportive adult is the most important factor in helping teens grow into happy young adults. This book will help both you and your teen rise to the challenges of these tricky transitional years and come out on the other side stronger.

The ultimate guide to help teens overcome anxiety, control their stress, and take care of their mental health with effective and fun exercises.Do you want to understand the relationship between thoughts, emotions, and behavior?Do you want to understand and confront anxiety?Are you struggling to control your fears?Anxiety and stress can significantly impact a teenager's mental and physical health and affect their quality of life. You may suffer in silence because teens often struggle to open up to their parents. However, parents are intuitive to their child's needs. You can feel that something isn't right. Provide them with the help they need to get through their issues and heal from the negativity.In this book, your child will:Understand the concept of CBTLearn to recognize their anxiety and overcome itUnderstand what fear is and how it triggers anxietyLearn to focus on positive thoughtsDiscover the causes and symptoms of depressionLearn to express their anger in a healthy wayFind out how to boost their self-esteemLearn how to be their true selvesDiscover how to achieve emotional balance and inner peaceFind many activities to boost their mental healthThis book includes helpful information about several mental health issues with exercises that will keep your child entertained and teach them how to let go of their negative emotions.

This is not a sob story. It's a story about the difficulties of growing into manhood and my own particular struggle with disabling anxiety that came along with it, and how I managed to find my way. That was more than fifty years ago. American life was more comfortable and comprehensible than it is now as we face the discords of what I call the long emergency. I still had a hard time. I observe that boys today are up against a whole lot more in their quest to become fully functional adult men.

"Talking with Your Teen about Sex helps equip parents to be primary educators as teens move through adolescence. Guided by Catholic teaching, this book intended for parents of those ages ten and up goes beyond the typical "sex talk," equipping you to confidently communicate with your child about issues such as bodily changes, physical boundaries, sexual ethics, and masturbation with greater comfort. You'll find concrete advice and ready-to-go conversation starters for your biggest questions"--

"A lifeline of hope for parents of teens who feel adrift on the real and raw parenting journey, presented with wisdom and faith-and a touch of candid humor-from seasoned educator, mother, and Today Parenting contributor Amy Betters-Midtvedt"--

Adolescent life can resemble an exhilarating roller coaster ride, with no way of knowing when the next surprising curve or twist will occur Are you concerned about your teenager's emotional well-being? Are anxiety and negative emotions making their life a constant struggle? If you're looking for a lifeline to help your teen thrive in the face of these challenges, look no further! Our "DBT Skills Workbook for Teens with Anxiety and Negative Emotions" is the transformational resource you've been searching for. In today's fast-paced, high-pressure world, it's no surprise that many teens are grappling with anxiety and negative emotions. However, with the right guidance and support, they can learn to not just survive but thrive! This workbook is more than just a book; it's a comprehensive, life-changing toolkit designed to help teens navigate their emotional landscape with resilience and strength. Here's what makes this workbook stand out: Evidence-Based Strategies: Developed by a team of expert psychologists and therapists, this workbook is based on Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), a proven and highly effective therapeutic approach. It's tailored specifically for teens, making it relatable and easy to implement. Life-Long Skills: The skills taught in this workbook aren't just short-term fixes. They're life skills that will benefit your teen for years to come, helping them build a foundation for lasting emotional well-being. Support for Parents: We understand that navigating your teen's emotional journey can be challenging for you as a parent. That's why this workbook also provides guidance for parents, so you can better support your teen on their path to emotional well-being. Engaging and Interactive: This workbook is not a passive read - it's a hands-on experience. Teens will actively engage with the material, making it a personal journey towards growth and self-discovery. Results You Can See: When your teen commits to working through this workbook, you'll notice positive changes in their emotional well-being, resilience, and overall happiness. Bonus: The paperback version of this workbook contains a 62-day schedule planner and to-do list that will help your teen keep track of their time and daily activities, hence helping them develop a better time management character.

Updated in 2023.GOLD AWARD WINNER at the Midwest Book Awards in Family & ParentingAll aboard, parents!It's time to see your child off on the voyage of a lifetime: the first year of college. The college transition is filled with mixed emotions and is a time of tremendous change for both students and parents. As move-in day approaches, important questions lurk beneath the surface:What can I do now to help equip my student for success?What skills and tools should I teach my child to help them prepare to launch?How will I survive back on shore when I send my student out to sea?Here is your survival guide! Out to Sea: A Parents' Survival Guide to the Freshman Voyage will help you navigate the emotional and practical aspects of the freshman year. This easy-to-read, informative guidebook is swimming with helpful tips, organized checklists, and real-world advice from parents and experts alike.Out to Sea will keep your sanity afloat and ensure smoother sailing for you and your student as you embark on this grand voyage. Anchors aweigh!You'll learn all about:What to pack-with handy checklistsStaying connectedCommunicating and healthy boundariesMentorship parentingMoney mattersOrientationAcademic expectationsAlcohol and substance useMental and physical healthRoommate relationsCampus crime and safetyWhat to expect when your student comes homeAnd so much more!

Talking to our children about the power and significance of sexual intimacy is absolutely essential in our day. And the home is the perfect place to have these conversations with your child! We are living in complicated and uncertain times, and our kids are surrounded by unhealthy or false messages about their bodies, relationships, and human sexuality. It is our job to teach them what is true and what is not. It is vital that we begin the discussions in this pragmatic, family-focused book to help them understand the benefits of healthy sexuality, how special their bodies are, and our willingness to help them find answers to questions.Using our 30 Days of Sex Talks books, we hope to provide you with an opportunity to start these essential conversations with your teenager. Ideally, these discussions will help you create a home environment which encourages open communication about the many other issues which will inevitably come up as you raise your teen.What's Included:This curriculum includes 30 simple, yet meaningful lessons and an extensive glossary of over 130 terms to help you. Each lesson includes introductory points to consider, critical teaching information, powerful discussion questions, and additional resources to enrich your family's learning experience. Some topics even have an accompanying activity or sample scenario to inspire further conversation.Check out our other books that make great companions to our 30 Days of Sex Talks series, including How to Talk to Your Kids About Pornography, Conversations with My Kids: 30 Essential Family Discussions for the Digital Age, and 30 Days to a Stronger Child.For more great resources to guide your family, check out our website: www.educateempowerkids.org.