Ph.d. Dianne E. Barber

A Smoother Transition: Why Teenagers Make Rational and Irrational Choices Ph.d. Dianne E. Barber

Parents, do you want to help your child through the peaks and valleys of adolescence? By understanding what your teen is experiencing, you can better communicate and help them make wise choices as they attempt to establish their independence. As teens progress into adulthood, there seems to be a shift in where the brain routes judgment calls. Mixed with the abuse of alcohol or illegal drugs, or risky behavior in general, it becomes more difficult for the young adult mind to fully understand the consequences of some choices they make. This book helps teenagers refocus their energy, and make a smoother transition throughout adolescence into early adulthood.