Feeding the Mouth That Bites You

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"Parenting teenagers can be hard. The question is, does adolescence really need to be frustrating for parents and teens? If your child isn't a teenager yet, can you prepare to avoid common pitfalls? With so much information available, how can parents know they are "doing it right?" Dr. Ken Wilgus outlines a clear and practical path through the confusion of parenting adolescents in today's world. Engaging and funny, this work summarizes Dr. Wilgus's insights from over twenty-five years of experience with adolescents and their families, along with two decades of teaching on parenting. While trends and technology change, the adolescent need for autonomy remains a significant obstacle to a healthy parent-teen relationship. This book explains this need and its impact on various teenage behaviors. Dr. Wilgus presents his method for addressing this need: Planned Emancipation. Once parents understand adolescents' needs and learn how to respond effectively, parenting becomes much less frustrating. Even teenagers can contribute positively! Knowing what your teenager needs and how to provide for that need is the essence of successful parenting during these challenging years."