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Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish examine the inevitable stresses faced by parents of teenagers. Through role play and discussion, they show how to keep communication open with rebellious offspring, how to let go gracefully and yet retain respect and some degree of co-operation throughout these difficult years.
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As I ran from the parking lot to the school entrance, I held on tightly to my blowing umbrella and wondered why anyone would leave a warm home on such a cold, miserable night to come to a workshop on teenagers. Read the first page Browse Sample Pages
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As I ran from the parking lot to the school entrance, I held on tightly to my blowing umbrella and wondered why anyone would leave a warm home on such a cold, miserable night to come to a workshop on teenagers. Read the first page Browse Sample Pages
Front Cover | Copyright | Table of Contents | Excerpt | Index | Back Cover
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19 of 19 people found the following review helpful
By A. Ryland
Format:Paperback
This was easy to read and at times seemed to be stating the obvious, but the techniques suggested, for talking to your teen, were very subtle - and actually worked!! I think the basic idea is 'treat others as you would like to be treated yourself' and it seems that parents aren't particularly good at this when it comes to their teenage children. The examples were maybe a bit unrealistic but the idea of talking to your teen in such a way, that they realize for themselves why their behavior is unacceptable, is actually very good - it encourages the teen to think for themselves and take responsibility for their behavior. More importantly, as your teen sees that you are listening to them and not just dismissing their opinions etc, they really do open up you. Whether or not your teenage child is difficult to live with, or not, this is worth reading.
33 of 34 people found the following review helpful
By Tess N
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I had found the "How to talk so kids..." book by the same authors helpful, so thought I would give this one a try. It is really readable, and has lots of useful ideas in it. I like the combination of text and cartoons, as it seem to make it more memorable. I read it straight through in one sitting as soon as it arrived. Then I lent it to a friend who has already read it twice and now bought her own copy! So that means I can re-read mine, which I plan to do. It is so helpful to have a fresh point of view to get one out of the old dysfunctional patterns of communication (or not as the case may be!) with one's children - and also with other adults. I definitely recommend this book. (by Tess N)
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
By Jools07
Format:Paperback
I bought this book because I found the authors' "how to talk so kids will listen..." helpful.
This one is written in the same format but is much shorter and lighter weight, with more focus on practical strategies, and less theorising. It is written as an account of some workshops run by the author with a group of parents (and later introducing their teens). I personally find the writing style almost unbearably cringey at times, with superfluous details about which room the group was going to meet in, and who chipped into the conversation etc; the authors explain at the beginning that the book is an amalgamation of their work, and I find the imaginary settings distracting! However, as other reviewers have said, the cartoons do help by breaking up the text, and giving easily memorable illustrations of each point. The summary at the end of each chapter is useful for reference too.
The ideas that the authors promote in this book are so well grounded and relevant that I have no hesitation in recommending it.
This one is written in the same format but is much shorter and lighter weight, with more focus on practical strategies, and less theorising. It is written as an account of some workshops run by the author with a group of parents (and later introducing their teens). I personally find the writing style almost unbearably cringey at times, with superfluous details about which room the group was going to meet in, and who chipped into the conversation etc; the authors explain at the beginning that the book is an amalgamation of their work, and I find the imaginary settings distracting! However, as other reviewers have said, the cartoons do help by breaking up the text, and giving easily memorable illustrations of each point. The summary at the end of each chapter is useful for reference too.
The ideas that the authors promote in this book are so well grounded and relevant that I have no hesitation in recommending it.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By gaia
Format:Paperback
I bought this when in a fairly sceptical frame of mind thinking there was no quick fix to better understanding what made my teenager tick. I read it and I tried doing what it suggested. Absolutely amazing!It gave me a much better understanding of what I had been doing and what effect it had. How many of us as loving parents respond to a beautiful daughter's lament 'I'm fat and ugly' with 'Don't be silly of course you are not!'? If this sounds like you, buy it!
32 of 36 people found the following review helpful
By G. Robertson
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
This book should be made compulsory for every teacher in training and mailed to every parent. It is worth its weight in gold. Check out the other titles which are equally as good.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I have just finished reading this book, I would recommend this for anyone who comes into contact with children of any age. Within days of picking up this book I have been able to speak to my daughter with much better understanding.
9 of 10 people found the following review helpful
By R. Schutt
Format:Paperback
This book was suggested to me by the school nurse. My teenage son is not only driving me crazy at home but is also getting into hot water at school. The book has some helpful tips and it is really easy to read. There are cartoon strips that act out typical scenarios and make an easy reference point. I haven't finished the book yet but I have seen some good results with what I've learnt so far. Any advice on how to deal with difficult moments with a teenager is good advice in my book.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By S. Griffiths
Format:Paperback
Best thing about this book is I have caught my teen reading it a couple of times ... well, the cartoons anyway! It has certainly helped to get discussions started and I think my son appreciates we are trying to communicate with him.
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This a good book
I refer to this book constantly when working with parents of teens. It gives them a framework to hang the way they are with thier teen. Read more
Published 3 months ago by CAMHS essex
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Excellent guidance for parents and those in contact with teens.
A very interesting read, easy to relate own experiences to stories in the book. Recommend to anyone who would inspiration and guidance.
Published 3 months ago by MRS KERRY HURLEY
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A VERY EASY DOWN TO EARTH AND USEFUL BOOK. VERY PRACTICAL
This is a fantastic book. It is very easy to read. It identifies all the pitfalls that parents get into with their children, but also shows you how to in a really practical... Read more
Published 3 months ago by debbie dargan
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A great guide for parents of teenagers
This is a well written, light hearted way to get some really good tips and tools over to parents of kids of 12 upwards. Read more
Published 12 months ago by C. J. Hartridge
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Really helpful
I found this really helpful as it made me understand how teenagers think, and I began to realize that if I wanted to change my daughter's behaviour I had to rethink the way I... Read more
Published 12 months ago by Princess Mononoke
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How to Talk so Teens will Listen and Listen so Teens Will Talk
I am usually very sceptical when it comes to self-help books as I think that in most cases they are only useful to their authors as they make money selling them. Read more
Published on 27 May 2011 by Nessy
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Another Great Book in the Series!
A really well thought out and helpful book, that you can dip in & out of.
Published on 30 May 2010 by Mrs
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dream teen
Well although I haven't finished the book, it certainly has given me a wider view on my soon to be teen. It does what it says on the tin and offers some comedy. A good buy.
Published on 22 Feb 2010 by Mrs. E. A. Flatley
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