Six Steps to an Emotionally Intelligent Teenager

A noted parenting author and psychologist offers practical ideas and exercises that show parents how to raise a well-adjusted teenager with a solid chance for a successful life.

PREPARING TO TEACH SOCIAL SKILLS TO YOUR TEEN. What You Need to Know About Teaching Social Skills. SIX SKILLS TO TEACH YOUR TEEN. Step One: Teach Your Teenager to Set Goals. Step Two: Teach Your Teenager to Identify and Change Self--Defeating Behaviors. Step Three: Teach Your Teenager to Be Assertive. Step Four: Teach Your Teenager to Have Feelings for Others. Step Five: Teach Your Teenager to Handle Anger. Step Six: Teach Your Teenager to Resolve Conflicts Peacefully. PARENTING THE DIFFICULT TEEN. Strategies for Parenting the Difficult Teen. Afterword. Resources. Index.