A book about the mental and emotional health of adolescents: practical parenting pillars, plus real-life stories from ten parents sharing what worked for them.
ABC of Parenting: Every Parent’s Guide for Their Adolescent Child is a practical guide for parents who want to better understand and support their children through the teenage years. The book places particular emphasis on an area that is often overlooked in parenting—the mental and emotional health of adolescents—while offering parents practical tools to navigate the challenges of this important stage.
The book also explores the foundational pillars of effective parenting and how they can be applied in everyday family life. Drawing on Hema Vinod’s experience in education and working with children and families, it encourages parents to build stronger relationships while helping their adolescents develop into confident and independent individuals.
The book explores:
Supporting adolescents’ mental and emotional well-being
Building open and effective communication
Developing positive parenting and leadership skills
Instilling strong values in children
Fostering independence and responsibility
Understanding and responding to the changing needs of adolescents
Insights and experiences from 10 exemplary parents who share their perspectives and parenting wisdom
ABC of Parenting is designed to be a thoughtful and practical companion for parents, helping them approach adolescence with greater understanding, empathy and confidence.
