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The New Adolescence

Raising happy teens in an age of anxiety
By Tracy Carter

“KIDS THESE DAYS!” A familiar complaint – usually delivered with rolling of the eyes, a disapproving look, or a muttered criticism about modern young people not living up to expectations. But the truth is, ‘kids these days’ are struggling like never before. And if one of those kids is yours, you’ll know that the problems facing adolescents in our fast-paced world are many.
As a parent, you’ll be looking for answers – and we’ve found someone who’s got them. Dr Christine Carter’s a sociologist, author, speaker, and fellow parent who’s recently steered four teens into young adulthood. She knows what it’s like out there – for parents and for their kids – and she’s got some helpful advice, plus the science to back it all up.

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