The Emotional Lives of Teenagers

Raising Connected, Capable, and Compassionate Adolescents

De: Lisa Damour Ph.D.

Narrado por: Lisa Damour Ph.D.

An urgently needed guide to help parents understand their teenagers’ intense and often fraught emotional lives—and how to support them through this critical developmental stage—from the New York Times bestselling author of Untangled and Under Pressure

In teenagers, powerful emotions come with the territory. And with so many of today’s teens contending with academic pressure, social media stress, worries about the future, and concerns about their own mental health, it’s easy for them—and their parents—to feel anxious and overwhelmed. But it doesn’t have to be that way.

Parents who listen to this book will learn:

• what to expect in the normal course of adolescent emotional development and when it’s time to worry

• why teens (and adults) need to understand that mental health isn’t about “feeling good” but about having feelings that fit the moment, even if those feelings are unwanted or painful

• strategies for supporting teens who feel at the mercy of their emotions so they can become psychologically aware and skilled at managing their feelings

• how to approach common challenges that come with adolescence, such as friction at home, spiking anxiety, risky behavior, navigating friendships and romances, the pull of social media, and many more

• the best ways to stay connected to their teens and how to provide the kind of relationship that adolescents need and want

With clear, research-informed explanations alongside illuminating, real-life examples, The Emotional Lives of Teenagers gives parents the concrete, practical information they need to steady their teens through the bumpy yet transformational journey into adulthood.

*Includes a downloadable PDF of recommended resources from the book

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

©2023 Lisa Damour (P)2023 Random House Audio

Reseñas de la Crítica

“The Emotional Lives of Teenagers does a very simple and very difficult thing. It helps me feel ready for the joy, and the storm, to come.” —Slate

“Filled with relatable situations, examples, and suggestions for constructive conversations, this book will be welcomed by parents and anyone who works with adolescents. Parents looking for timely advice and reassurance will find it here in clear layman’s language.” —Booklist

“A calm, wise, and empathetic guide to a difficult period for both adolescents and parents.” —Kirkus Reviews

Invaluable Resource for Parents!

I just finished listening to The Emotional Lives of Teenagers, and I am just blown away by how much important information Dr. Damour was able to squeeze into this book, which was wonderfully enjoyable to listen to. There was a perfect mix of research and practical tips with lots of interesting anecdotes sprinkled in. I especially liked Dr. Damours suggestions of actual things you could say to your child in a variety of challenging situations. I would highly recommend this book to anyone who is a parent or who works with adolescents!

Short and sweet. Lots of examples. I loved it.

Great book. I loved the way is written. Very practical advice. Do yourself a favor and buy it!

Stay the course!

This is my most favorite book by Lisa Damour. Disclaimer: I currently have 2 teenage boys. There is a bounty of helpful & applicable information. Key takeaways for me: LISTEN, sympathize, be nearby “in the background,” and just because they don’t want to be seen with you or like your outfit does not mean they do not love you!

Great Book

I would recommend this to any parent that has a teenager or going to have one. Brings so much insight. Dr Lisa Damour is great so much insight and great resource to have. Thank you again

Practical help for parents of teens

Raising teenagers can feel like an isolated experience. Dr. Damour’s book is incredibly helpful to feel supported in the decisions we have already made, and practical steps to take now for the continuing path of child rearing. Thank you so much Dr. Damour!

Great advise

I learned quite a bit and plan on listening to it again in the near future.

So helpful. So reassuring. So well narrated.

As a teacher and a mom, I found this book full of insights and advice. Written with intelligence and elegance. Highly recommended.

Wonderful book!!

Such a helpful and easy to understand book. I learned a lot and appreciate the perspectives shared!

Hooked and always waiting for the next one

Lisa Damour perfectly captures the path of raising teenagers through careful words and perfect examples. I’m an avid fan of her work and this one is added to my pile of favorites. ~ a kindergarten teacher and mom of 3 girls

Great

Great book. Liked the little stories that she used for examples! Stuff like that really helps.