Teenagers Translated

The accessible and practical guide to parenting teenagers – from qualified counsellors and teenage development experts, Janey Downshire and Naella Grew.

Your family therapist in a book.

Parenting from around age 10 can bring new and difficult challenges. From changing behaviour and growing independence to anxiety, low mood and depression, aggression, screen addiction, eating issues, drugs, alcohol and self-harm, knowing how to respond isn't always easy.

Teenagers Translated is here to help, providing a positive, straightforward guide to understanding teenage behaviour and supporting your child through adolescence.

Drawing on brain science, attachment theory, developmental psychology and observational evidence, it explores how dysregulated anxiety can contribute to difficult behaviours and habits. With clear, compassionate guidance, Teenagers Translated will help parents better understand what their teenager may be experiencing – and how to respond effectively.

This ‘survival guide’ for parents will help you to:??????

• Understand teenage development and the realities of growing up today
• Keep communication open with your teenager
• Maintain a positive influence as your child becomes more independent
• Build a balanced parent-teen relationship
• Support your child’s self-esteem and confidence
• Help your teenager build resilience and look after their mental health and wellbeing

Clear, accessible and focused on the realities of modern family life, Teenagers Translated gives parents practical guidance for navigating the teenage years with greater understanding and confidence.