" With wit and wisdom, Peter [Marshall gives parents practical, useful and thoughtful advice to help their teenagers grow into responsible, resourceful, and resilient people who treat themselves and others with dignity and regard. " -Barbara Coloroso, educator and author Everyone troubled by teens of their own will find consolation in this book. Dr. Peter Marshall, child psychologist, father of five and former teenager, provides an abundance of practical information, advice and observations on all walks of adolescent and pre-adolescent life. The result is a fun and easy-to-read book for the salvation of beleaguered parents everywhere. Among other things, Dr. Marshall discusses the transition from childhood to adulthood and the drive for independence that can wreak havoc on the whole family. Included are such timely issues as: Ways to support and strengthen self-esteem Various parenting styles, such as authoritarian, permissive, democratic and management by guilt The intense rate of change in teens` lives The " Boomerang Generation" - kids who never leave home Difficult teenage issues, including sex and sex education, values, school, work and play, cliques, crowds and friendships Ways to encourage a healthy lifestyle, to promote fitness and to deal with the growing epidemic of obesity Helping teens find constructive ways to channel their concerns about the environment Safety on the Internet. More issues than ever challenge young people today. This book provides thoughtful counsel for dealing with them.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
Dr. Peter Marshall is a practicing clinician and university professor. He is an international speaker who has written books on stepfamilies and balancing work and home. He lives in Toronto.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Seller: World of Books (was SecondSale), Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Condition: Very Good. Item in very good condition! Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc. Seller Inventory # 00094780328
Seller: World of Books (was SecondSale), Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Condition: Good. Item in good condition. Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc. Seller Inventory # 00097307162
Seller: Zoom Books Company, Lynden, WA, U.S.A.
Condition: very_good. Book is in very good condition and may include minimal underlining highlighting. The book can also include "From the library of" labels. May not contain miscellaneous items toys, dvds, etc. . We offer 100% money back guarantee and 24 7 customer service. Seller Inventory # ZBV.1552858596.VG
Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Condition: Very Good. Enlarged 3rd. Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 5560591-6
Seller: Better World Books: West, Reno, NV, U.S.A.
Condition: Good. Enlarged 3rd. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 2677607-6
Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Condition: Good. Enlarged 3rd. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 6400777-20
Seller: ThriftBooks-Atlanta, AUSTELL, GA, U.S.A.
Paperback. Condition: Fair. No Jacket. Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G1552858596I5N00
Seller: World of Books Inc, Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Paperback. Condition: Good. " With wit and wisdom, Peter [Marshall gives parents practical, useful and thoughtful advice to help their teenagers grow into responsible, resourceful, and resilient people who treat themselves and others with dignity and regard. " -Barbara Coloroso, educator and author Everyone troubled by teens of their own will find consolation in this book. Dr. Peter Marshall, child psychologist, father of five and former teenager, provides an abundance of practical information, advice and observations on all walks of adolescent and pre-adolescent life. The result is a fun and easy-to-read book for the salvation of beleaguered parents everywhere. Among other things, Dr. Marshall discusses the transition from childhood to adulthood and the drive for independence that can wreak havoc on the whole family. Included are such timely issues as: Ways to support and strengthen self-esteem Various parenting styles, such as authoritarian, permissive, democratic and management by guilt The intense rate of change in teens` lives The " Boomerang Generation" - kids who never leave home Difficult teenage issues, including sex and sex education, values, school, work and play, cliques, crowds and friendships Ways to encourage a healthy lifestyle, to promote fitness and to deal with the growing epidemic of obesity Helping teens find constructive ways to channel their concerns about the environment Safety on the Internet. More issues than ever challenge young people today. This book provides thoughtful counsel for dealing with them. Seller Inventory # CIN1552858596G
Seller: World of Books Inc, Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. " With wit and wisdom, Peter [Marshall gives parents practical, useful and thoughtful advice to help their teenagers grow into responsible, resourceful, and resilient people who treat themselves and others with dignity and regard. " -Barbara Coloroso, educator and author Everyone troubled by teens of their own will find consolation in this book. Dr. Peter Marshall, child psychologist, father of five and former teenager, provides an abundance of practical information, advice and observations on all walks of adolescent and pre-adolescent life. The result is a fun and easy-to-read book for the salvation of beleaguered parents everywhere. Among other things, Dr. Marshall discusses the transition from childhood to adulthood and the drive for independence that can wreak havoc on the whole family. Included are such timely issues as: Ways to support and strengthen self-esteem Various parenting styles, such as authoritarian, permissive, democratic and management by guilt The intense rate of change in teens` lives The " Boomerang Generation" - kids who never leave home Difficult teenage issues, including sex and sex education, values, school, work and play, cliques, crowds and friendships Ways to encourage a healthy lifestyle, to promote fitness and to deal with the growing epidemic of obesity Helping teens find constructive ways to channel their concerns about the environment Safety on the Internet. More issues than ever challenge young people today. This book provides thoughtful counsel for dealing with them. Seller Inventory # CIN1552858596VG
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Seller Inventory # GOR005170998
Quantity: 1 available