But I'm Almost 13! Raising a Responsible

Practical strategies for the adolescent years from an expert in adolescent medicineThe overwhelming majority of adolescent health problems today result not from physical disease, but from worrisome behavior. If parents take action early before teen rebellion kicks in, most of these problems are preventable. In this invaluable guide, Dr. Ken Ginsburg, one of the nation's foremost specialists in adolescent medicine, offers a positive action plan for parents of preteens. Prevention strategies include preparing kids to resist peer pressure, recognizing behaviors that signal emotional problems, and teaching preteens to anticipate and react to potentially dangerous situations.With sample scripts, real-life vignettes, and specific exercises, parents learn to build upon adolescent optimism, creativity, and resiliency to guide their children toward more positive futures and toward safer, more appropriate choices.

Kenneth R. Ginsburg, M.D., M.S.Ed., is board certified in adolescent medicine. He practices at the acclaimed Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and teaches at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. He is the on-screen expert in a bestselling video series shown to teens in schools throughout North America. He lives in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Martha M. Jablow has written extensively on parenting as the author or coauthor of six books and numerous articles. She lives in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Acknowledgments

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Introduction

1

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Preparing Yourself for Your Child's Adolescence

13

(16)

How Preteens and Teens Think and Why That Matters

29

(16)

Behavioral Change---Step by Step

45

(10)

Better Ways to Make Your Child Aware of Consequences

55

(36)

Skills for Dealing with Peer Pressure

91

(28)

Helping Your Child Cope with Stress

119

(12)

Other People as Reinforcements

131

(22)

Discipline Through Guidance, Not Punishment

153

(16)

Increased Independence Under Your Watchful Eye

169

(18)

More Attention, Less Discipline

187

(18)

Final Thoughts

205

(4)

Resources

209

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Index

217

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