Surviving Your Child's Adolescence

How to Understand, and Even Enjoy, the Rocky Road to Independence

By: Carl Pickhardt

Narrated by: Christopher Tavlos

Expert suggestions for guiding your child through the rough teenage years.

Does it sometimes seem like your teenager is trying to push you over the edge? Learn what your child is going through and what you can do to help your teen navigate this difficult period in this practical guide from psychologist and parenting expert Carl Pickhardt. In an easy-to-listen-to style, Dr. Pickhardt describes a four stage model of adolescent growth to help parents anticipate common developmental changes in their daughter or son from late elementary school through the college-age years.

• Provides unique advice for dealing with arguing, chores, the messy room, homework, and many other issues.
• Offers best practices for teaching effective communication, constructive conflict, and responsible decision-making.
• Includes ideas for protecting kids against the dangers of the internet, bullying, dating, sexual involvement, and substance use.

An essential road map for parents looking to guide their children on the path to adulthood.

©2013 Carl Pickhardt (P)2013 Audible, Inc.

Excellent advice for parents of teens

Great insight into the inner turmoil of the teen years. A week after reading, already having better conversations with my child.