This book will help parents understand the physical and psychological changes that come with children during puberty. It contains recommendations from leading experts in the field of developmental psychology and pedagogy, medicine, sociology, sex education, career guidance. Thanks to the clearly presented facts and practical advice, parents will be able to find the right approach to interacting with their child, convey to him useful information that will make the process of growing up pleasant and safe.
Parents can study the book on their own, and then decide how to talk about the topics they read with their child. Only you can understand if your child is ready to receive information. Use this book as a tool for discussing sensitive issues, as a guide to understanding your child and today's teenagers, or simply as an information resource.
The book is divided into chapters covering all the physical, emotional and social changes associated with adolescence: the authors write about the health of the mind and body, puberty, adolescent relationships with others and school, social networks and Internet safety, sexuality .
Diagrams, footnotes and scientific facts are provided to illustrate biological changes. The drawings illustrate teenagers and their families, as well as various situations that can happen in life.
In the book, you will find color-coded sidebars with additional information and useful practical tips. Thus, the sidebars "Advice for parents" and "What to advise a teenager" give recommendations on how not to get confused yourself and support the child in specific situations. In the "Caution!" facts are given that relate to issues of legality and security. In the "Good to know" and "Mythbusters" sidebars you will find interesting background and applied information.
We hope this book will help parents understand their children better. Many pages offer ways to start a conversation, tips on how to listen and hear each other and understand the other person's point of view.
This book is a starting point, but it cannot provide all the answers. Cross-references are offered within each topic, as many aspects are closely related. At the end of the book, you'll find a Learn More section that lists sources of additional information and support.
Pages: 244 (coated). Integral binding
Dimensions: 236x203x14 mm
