The teen whisperer
Subtitle: how to break through the silence and secrecy of teenage life
By: Mike Linderman with Gary Brozek
Contributors: Brozek, Gary
Edition: 1st paperback ed.
Publisher: Collins
Published: 2008
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 302
ISBN-13: 9780061373749
Subjects: Parent and teenager; Teenagers
Other titles: How to break through the silence and secrecy of teenage life; Break through the silence and secrecy of teenage life
Description: Offers advice for parents of troubled teens, discussing the five primary needs of teenagers and various acting out behaviors and including suggestions on communication and rules.
Notes: Originally published: 2007.

Includes bibliographical references (pages 291-296) and index.
Table of contents: title: How to use this book; title: Meet the teen whisperer; title: You can call me Mr. Mike; title: Understanding reality therapy; title: The five primary needs of your teen; title: Survival; title: Fun; title: Freedom; title: Power; title: Belonging; title: When teens' needs aren't being met; title: The emotional consequences of unmet needs; title: Acting out behavior I: eating disorders, drinking, and drugs; title: Acting out behavior II: violence and sex; title: Acting out turns inward: depression and suicide; title: Developing the right approach; title: Having the right mindset; title: Showing the right mindset through praise; title: Communicating with your teen; title: Talkin' the right talk; title: Making the right set of rules; title: Riding herd on your understanding; title: Epilgoue.