adolescent psychology

Shows how to build positive, healthy self-esteem at the deepest level in order to have more confidence, motivation, and fulfilling relationships.

Discusses the value of taking risks and different kinds of risk-taking, both good and bad, and offers advice on and examples of this type of behavior and how to learn from both successes and mistakes.

Drawn from a survey of more than one thousand teenagers, first-person stories help to address the problems inherent in labeling people.

Drawing on her own experiences, the author provides guidance and encouragement for teenage girls entering middle school, with advice on dealing with the first days of school, class work, the special problems of fitting in, and a number of other emotional or social challenges they might face.

"Told in alternating voices, when Theodore Finch and Violet Markey meet on the ledge of the bell tower at school, both teetering on the edge, it's the beginning of an unlikely relationship, a journey to discover the "natural wonders" of the state of Indiana, and two teens' desperate desire to heal and save one another"--Provided by publisher.

Examines the causes, symptoms, and dangers of stress, looks at different approaches to managing stress, and discusses how to help others deal with stress.

"Renowned neurologist Dr. Frances E. Jensen offers a revolutionary look at the brains of teenagers, dispelling myths and offering practical advice for teens, parents, and teachers"--.

A guide to help parents bring about positive change in communicating with the middle-school child.

Discusses a variety of common problems that teenagers face and gives advice on how to cope with them from a Christian point of view.