The sullen, withdrawn, sarcastic teenager. The defensive, wary, and helpless parent. This book builds a bridge between the two sides--with practical and supportive advice on how to:
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
For ever parent who's screamed, what am I going to do with you?, this book finally provides the answer.