Adolescent Development

Adolescence is time of great change and transition for teens and parents alike; it is the period when an individual first begins to let go of childish ways in an effort to embrace adult behavior. It can be a period of great stress and anxiety, as teenagers face many questions about their own identity and where they fit in their world. For parents, it can a difficult period, as their teen is no longer the child they once knew, but a rapidly developing individual preparing for life outside of the immediate home.

Titles in this section offer guidance, insight, and understanding of adolescent development and into what is potentially a difficult period in a child's life. Many titles provide ideas on how to facilitate communication between parents and teens to enhance understanding and provide support to the growing teen's needs. Other titles address the mature themes of developing sexuality in teens, and give teens, parents, and professionals insight into this area of development. Also, titles are available on strategies for managing particular adolescent developmental problems, such as behavior disturbances, developmental disabilities, and the dangers of teen alcohol, tobacco, and drug use.