Stop Negotiating with Your Teen: Strategies for Parenting your Angry Manipulative Moody or Depressed Adolescent
by By Edgette, Janet Sasson
Category: Family & Relationships , Parenting , General

The sullen, withdrawn, sarcastic teenager.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 sayFor ever parent who's screamed, what am I going to do with you?, this book finally provides the answer.