Helping Teenagers with Anger & Low Self-Esteem

Look beyond angry behaviour and find ways to reach defensive teens

When teens are clearly troubled, this book can help. If feelings of rejection, anxiety and low self-esteem overwhelm, they may withdraw or vent their anger through anti-social behaviour.

Contents:

• Full of practical ways to connect with young people
• Learn how to initiate and develop conversations
• Includes key parenting skills
• Experienced contributors offer tried-and-tested interventions
• Understand what lies behind aggressive behaviour
• Help teens address their feelings so they don’t act inappropriately
• Learn why youngsters move into anti-social behaviour
• Worksheets (developed with teens) address key feelings and issues. Use the worksheets to connect in a non-confrontational way
• Outlines research and brain science about what makes young people offend.

A vital resource for professionals and parents who seek to help teens who struggle with anger and feelings of alienation.

202pp A4 paperback