They plea for the responsibilities of adults, but often exist haphazardly. Sometimes they are the charming individuals that remind you of yourself, and two seconds later you are staring into the face of a stranger. Gage includes examples that trigger the rustiest of memories and follows each illustration with practical application. What They Do informs readers of the needs and relational abilities of teenagers.
Gage compares the needs of young adults to the gauges on an automobile.
We could all use such amenities. He provides direction on monitoring or identifying these emotional gauges and shows parents how to respond when needs are unmet. At this point, Gage prompts parents with the above emotional gauges to step back and conduct a self-inventory. Gage encourages better parenting skills and insights to bolster family relationships. It does not envy or boast, it is not proud.