The Incredible Teenage Brain

If you wished that modern teens came with a manual, honestly, you need look no further. Samantha Murray Greenway (parent of two teenagers. It is perhaps the best book for mental health professionals to recommend to families. Professor Peter Fonagy, Head of the Division of Psychology and Language Sciences Director, Chief Executive, Anna Freud National Centre for Children & Families, Won in the Health & Wellbeing Category in the 2019 Teach Awards Packed with tried and tested strategies, this is a must read guide for anyone parenting, teaching or supporting teens. The authors draw from the latest research in neuroscience and psychology, years of clinical expertise and first-hand parenting experience. It's relatable like your best friend's advice, and informed by scientific evidence - easy to read, hard to put down. The authors, who are clinical psychologists, lead you through tried and tested strategies to build strong relationships and improve communication with young people as they develop, learn and grow. Guiding you through ways to communicate effectively with teens without negatively affecting their self-esteem, the book has plenty of tips about what to say, what not say and the best mindset to use with teens, day to day. As your relationship with your teen improves, so does their wellbeing, and their amazing potential to succeed.