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What does a typical thirteen-year-old feel, think about, and wish for? Why do teens get moody?
How can a parent help menstruation? When do you know if your child is old enough to date?
By describing the developmental milestones of adolescence, discussing specific questions and concerns,
and examining troublesome problems, this invaluable resource will help parents understand and respond
to the day-to-day challenges of the teen years. It covers a range of practical issues, from guiding
your teen through the physical changes of puberty to negotiating school-related issues like popularity,
peer pressure, and self-esteem, from handling your teen's experimentation with sex, alcohol, and drugs
to helping them cope with the emotional turmoil that follows a divorce or the death of a loved one.
Your Adolescent also moves beyond the everyday concerns to those that represent more serious
obstacles to a teen's development. The latter sections of the book provide extensive discussion of the
developmental problems that usually require professional intervention, including serious emotional
disorders such as depression, eating disorders, substance abuse, and disruptive behavior disorders.
These sections will help you determine whether your teen could benefit from professional treatment
and will guide you through the steps involved in seeking help.
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