Author Description

Practical and supportive advice on how to improve communication, set boundaries, and connect with your teen The sullen, withdrawn, sarcastic teenager. The defensive, wary, and helpless parent. This book builds a bridge between the two sides—with guidance and advice from a clinical psychologist on how parents can: • Contain conflicts before they escalate into violence • Break through the teen's verbal intimidation • Avoid futile arguments • Turn confrontation into communication • Stand firm against teen rage • Manage teen manipulation • Build the teen's self-esteem • Talk to teens when no one knows what to say