Parenting Through Puberty : Mood Swings, Acne, and Growing Pains.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Kowal-Connelly, MD, FAAP, Suanne.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Puberty--Physiology.

Puberty.

Puberty--Psychology.

Parenting.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (xvii, 246 pages) : illustrations

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Chicago : American Academy of Pediatrics, 2018.

Summary:

Puberty is tough on kids--and maybe even more so on parents! Parenting Through Puberty explains the physical and emotional changes you can expect to see in your child. Dr. Kowal-Connelly covers the nitty-gritty of adolescents' changing bodies, and, critically, addresses the emotional toll puberty can take, covering issues of moodiness, body image, and self-esteem. Dr. Kowal-Connelly's reassuring advice also includes ways to encourage your tween or teen to embrace a healthy, active lifestyle in these crucial years, with tips on exercise and nutrition.

Contents:

Introduction

Part I. The physical changes. The basics of physical growth during puberty

Body image is everything

Variations of puberty growth and growing pains

Part II. The emotional changes. Understanding the emotional and intellectual stages of puberty

Moodiness, depression, and anxiety: what parents need to know

The value of your child's one-on-one time with the pediatrician

Part III. A time to value health and wellness. Taking control of weight issues

Living with a chronic condition

The effects of puberty on exercise and sports performance

Caring about health and wellness

Notes:

Description based on publisher supplied metadata and other sources.

ISBN:

9781610022132

1610022130

OCLC:

1054064262