Social Adolescence

Experts and the general public are convinced that young people today are trapped in an extended adolescence - coddled, unaccountable, and more reluctant to take on adult responsibilities than previous generations. Nancy Hill and Alexis Redding argue that what is perceived as stalled development is in fact typical. Those reprimanding today's youth have forgotten that they once balked at the transition to adulthood themselves.

The story of Kathleen's escape from incarceration in an institution for "fallen women." In 1974, the shadows of the Magdalene laundry still haunt Kathleen as she daringly escapes from a life of oppression. Now on the run, the priest is hot on her trail. As the priest's attention shifts to other lost souls, the consequences are nothing short of devastating. Meanwhile, a famous American actress and her wealthy husband have arrived in Ireland to adopt a baby and discover an unexpected offer they cannot refuse. Will it turn out to be a dream come true or a nightmare waiting to unfold? Enter the...

"Olive Barstow was dead. She'd been hit by a car on Monroe Street while riding her bicycle weeks ago. That was about all Martha knew."

We live in hectic times. Our kids especially. Today more than ever, thanks to a million and one technologies, attention spans are shorter, expectations are higher, and our developing teens are exposed to more sheer stimuli than ever before. Simply put, modern life is wild. And now you have to tame it. For you, and for the ones that matter most. 'Smart Parenting' includes: Why this teenager parenting book is different Who is the modern teen? How different is the modern teen? Communicating with the modern teen Establishing and sustaining trust with your teenager Setting boundaries that you ...

Teen Spirit offers a novel and provocative perspective on how we came to be living in an age of political immaturity and social turmoil. Award-winning author Paul Howe argues it's because a teenage mentality has slowly gripped the adult world.

Twelve-year-old Tahlia Wilkins is ready to start off her perfect summer when her dreamy crush invited her to his birthday pool party. But the Red Goddess of Panties, a.k.a. her first period, arrives 24 hours before the pool party and completely messes up all her plans. To make matters worse, her mom is out of town, and there’s no way she’s going to ask her awkward dad for help! Thalia was always afraid growing up would be tough, but this is just not fair.

In today's digital landscape, we are all frequently overwhelmed, but children are especially ill equipped to cope with the onslaught of stimulation. Is hyper-connectedness beneficial or detrimental to our children? To our families? It would be unrealistic to cut ourselves off from the internet completely. The goal is to find a middle ground – where we can avail of the advantages and avoid the pitfalls – and teach our children to do the same.

You want to do hard things. But you don’t know where to start. You are changing the world around you. But you are tired and burned out. You feel called to do the extraordinary for God. But you feel stuck in the ordinary. Do Hard Things inspired thousands of young people around the world to make the most of the teen years. Now Alex and Brett Harris are back and ready to tackle the questions that Do Hard Things inspired: How do I get started? What do I do when I get discouraged? What’s the best way to inspire others?

In a world obsessed with likes and filters, Marie’s story is a wake-up call. In a world where likes equate to love and followers that define self-worth, twelve-year-old Marie uncovers the harsh reality behind social media's perfectly curated facade. What begins as an innocent snapshot of her dog spirals into a whirlwind of digital obsession. Chasing online validation, Marie morphs from a bright, ambitious preteen into a shadow of her former self, her world reduced to the glow of a smartphone screen. Each post holds the promise of acceptance but delivers only the hollow echo of ...

They came in summer. They fell upon the land swiftly and suddenly. Through autumn they spread, like locusts, like mice, like a plague. Now its winter. They're still here. But so too are Ellie and Homer and their friends.

Embark on a transformative journey into the heart of adolescent development and support with "Empowering Youth," a groundbreaking eBook dedicated to driving positive change in the lives of young people. This comprehensive guide takes an in-depth look into the pivotal role of school-based support, offering educators, counselors, and school administrators a blueprint for fostering a nurturing and inclusive learning environment. Adolescence is a time of tremendous change and growth. Understanding this developmental stage is crucial, and "Empowering Youth" lays the foundation by elucidating the...

Tony Miglione is thirteen, living in a cramped house with his family in New Jersey. But then, when his Dad invents something that makes them rich, Tony finds himself suddenly moving into a luxury home on Long Island. But being rich brings it's own problems – Tony's grandma feels useless when she doesn't have to cook any more, and his mum is obsessed with impressing the neighbours, but Tony knows the boy next door isn't as perfect as he looks.

Even the most well-adjusted moms and dads can experience peer pressure and conflicts with other adults that make them act like they're back in seventh grade. In Queen Bee Moms and Kingpin Dads, Rosalind Wiseman gives us the tools to handle difficult situations involving teachers and other parents with grace.

La course à la sexualité est-elle vraiment émancipatrice ? De la "révolution sexuelle" amorcée en Mai 68, aux mouvements sex-positifs actuels, on nous promet la possibilité pour toustes de jouir et de désirer sans entraves. Sauf qu'en investissant le sujet, le capitalisme et le patriarcat ont profondément transformé cette possibilité : le sexe est devenu un marché, et la non-sexualité une pathologie à guérir. En cherchant à optimiser le fonctionnement des corps et du désir, sommes-nous entré·es dans l'ère de l'aliénation sexuelle ?

Découvrez la vie et les rêves des petits rats de l'École de danse de l'Opéra ! Avant de s'endormir Sofia, 12 ans, était élève de 5e division à l'École de Danse. À son réveil, elle a 16 ans, étudie en 1re division et se prépare à passer le concours d'entrée de l'Opéra de Paris, un des moment les plus importants de sa vie. Sofia est stupéfaite : que lui est-il arrivé ? Roman pour enfant dès 8 ans.

"L’homme ne peut devenir homme que par l’éducation. (...) L’éducation doit donc discipliner les hommes. La discipliner, c’est chercher à empêcher que ce qu’il y a d’animal en eux n’étouffe ce qu’il y a d’humain, aussi bien dans l’homme individuel que dans l’homme social. La discipline consiste donc simplement à les dépouiller de leur sauvagerie" E. Kant

In The Invisible Toolbox, Kim shares with parents the single most important thing they can do to foster their child's future-learning potential and nurture the parent-child bond that is the foundation for a child's motivation to learn. She is convinced that the simple act of reading aloud has a far-reaching impact that few of us fully understand and that the importance of that act has recently been further occluded by our nearly universal saturation in technology.

Feeling that you belong can be difficult at any time in life, but even more so during your teenage years. Yet, your teenage years can be an exciting time of discovery - when you begin to connect with who you are. It can be a powerful time when you begin to see why you are here. In Thirteen Reasons Why You Belong, you have the opportunity to see that YOU and your life matter. Thirteen Reasons offers tools for you to be yourself, to trust in yourself, and to know that you belong - right here, right now.

La vie et les rêves des petits rats de l'école de danse de l'Opéra de Paris ! Cette année, parmi les nouveaux en cinquième division se trouve Clémence. Elle était dans le même cours de danse que Colas, avant son entrée à l'École ! Très naturellement, Clémence vient donc vers lui en arrivant. Colas est tiraillé entre son envie de lui servir de guide et sa fidélité à la bande.

La vie et les rêves des petits rats de l'École de danse de l'Opéra ! Bilal estime qu'il y a encore beaucoup à faire pour que la danse classique ne soit pas une activité réservée aux filles – et aux garçons d'un certain milieu... Soutenu par ses amis petits rats et par la direction de l'Ecole de Danse de l'Opéra, le jeune danseur va organiser un stage de découverte à Nanterre. Mais ce n'est pas toujours facile d'aller à l'encontre des préjugés.