Stop Negotiating with Your Teen

Download or read book Stop Negotiating with Your Teen written by Janet Sasson Edgette and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2002-08-06 with total page 193 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The sullen, withdrawn, sarcastic teenager. The defensive, wary, and helpless parent. This book builds a bridge between the two sides—with practical and supportive advice on how to: Contain conflicts before they escalate into violence Break through the teen's verbal intimidation Avoid futile arguments Turn confrontation into communication Stand firm against teen rage Manage teen manipulation Build the teen's self-esteem Talk to teens when no one knows what to say For ever parent who's screamed, what am I going to do with you?, this book finally provides the answer.