Title: The end of adolescence /
Authors: Graham, P. J.
Date: 2004
Publisher: Oxford University Press,
Physical description: 268 p. ; 24 cm.
Language: English
LC classification: H
Abstract: "This book puts forward an entirely new way of looking at adolescence. Written by a leading child psychiatrist, it starts by describing the myths that pervade the popular view of adolescence. After a brief description of the history of adolescence, it goes on to examine the way the teens actually function in families, giving particular attention to approaches that result in positive outcomes. Discussing moodiness, conflict, sexual behaviour, drugs and alcohol, and eating patterns, it adopts the same questioning but positive approach. The book then looks at how the sense of frustration and failure many teenagers experience at school and in their neighbourhoods might be overcome by giving them a level of responsibility that matches their competence. This book will be of great value to parents of teenagers and those whose children are just about to become teenagers, as well as teachers, psychologists, and anyone whose work brings them in touch with young people."--BOOK JACKET.
Contents: The unpopular age -- The invention of adolescence -- Teens in the family -- More cheerful than moody -- Everyday hassles, conflict, and crime -- Sex : same hormones, different lives -- Alcohol, drugs : having fun or playing with fire? -- Eating well and feeling good -- Schools : the solution or the problem? -- Leisure and work -- Joining up the teens again.
Subject headings (LCSH): Adolescence.; Adolescent psychology.; Teenagers.