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Adolescence is the most misunderstood period of our lives. At a time of heightened concern for teenage mental health, Coming of Age exposes the myths and presents a refreshing, balanced and often surprising understanding of what is really going on.**
'Wonderful and deeply moving . . . shows us the potentially positive aspects of adolescent experiences so often seen as negative' MARK HADDON
'A myth-busting . . . eye-opening guide to the psychology of adolescence. . . delivers many counter-intuitive insights' Guardian
Drawing on the latest research and moving, in-depth interviews, adolescent psychologist Lucy Foulkes demystifies adolescent behaviours - peer pressure, risk-taking, sex, love, bullying and more. She reveals that teenagers are far more conservative than rebellious, that apparent recklessness is often calculated and risk-averse and that popularity is actually a mixed blessing even while friendships can be a life-changing good. Contrary to the stereotype, she shows that adolescents also have an extraordinary capacity for resilience, empathy and mutual support, and that even the most difficult experiences are part of an essential process of self-discovery.
'Wise and compassionate, well-researched and straight-talking . . . shows how today's adolescents can be helped to flourish in life' Dr Gavin Francis, author of Recovery
'Hopeful, inspiring . . . leaves you with a greater understanding of your own adolescence, and greater compassion for those currently in its throes' Camilla Nord, author of The Balanced Brain
'A must read for everyone interested in what is going on with adolescents' Essi Viding, Professor of Developmental Pyschopathy, UCL
'Compelling, useful and fascinating . . . revealing adolescence's unwritten rules' JO BRAND
'Comprehensive, accessible and super useful' Dr Tara Porter, clinical psychologist and author of You Don't Understand Me
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