Parents know the challenges of raising teenagers. This popular STEP (Systematic Training for Effective Parenting) guide is filled with easy-to-understand-and-apply skills that helps parents connect with teens and deal with their "issues." From the STEP/teen program, with practical guidance on social pressure, dating, grades, career plans, and alcohol, tobacco, and drug abuse prevention. This handbook is an excellent choice for parents who want to improve their relationship with teens.
SEE FOR YOURSELF why so many parents use PARENTING TEENAGERS. As a parent, you know the challenge of raising a family -- especially with teenagers. One of the country's most popular guides, PARENTING TEENAGERS, can help you meet those challenges. It's filled with easy-to-understand skills that can help you connect with your teens today.
Topics include: --Understanding Yourself and Your Teenager --Changing Your Response to Your Teen --Communicating Respect and Encouragement --Encouraging Cooperation and Solving Problems --Using Consequences to Build Responsibility --Deciding What to Do: Parts 1 and 2
"As a substance abuse prevention specialist, I really appreciate the chapter focus on alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs. It is encouraging to support parent involvement in community groups." --Barbara Browe Prevention Director/CARE Clinton Township, MI
"Examples are real-life situations that parents in my community can relate to." --Doug Haugsby Information Services Support Supervisor Sanford, FL
"Each chapter lays the foundation for the next in perfect order and includes important topics like suicide, body image, etc." --Ellen Borowka, M.A. Counselor Santa Monica, CA
"It is simple, clear, but not condescending." Andrea Rothenberg Director, Health Education New York, NY