The Myth of Maturity: What Teenagers Need from Parents to Become AdultsIn this wise and compassionate book, Terri Apter debunks outdated and misguided ideas about maturity: Acting in the name of love, many parents withdraw emotional or practical support, thinking it best for a son or daughter to solve his or her own problems--even to suffer alone the consequences of mistakes. Apter shows us that young adults actually need a parent's guidance and support, while also requiring respect and independence. Based on carefully observed case studies and current research, this book describes how we can support young people through a crucial stage in their development. |
Contents
INTRODUCTION | 15 |
ΟΝΕ | 37 |
Forming Identities | 69 |
Making Choices | 93 |
FOUR | 100 |
Emotional Educations | 118 |
The Pressure of Great Expectations | 152 |
SEVEN | 189 |
EIGHT | 208 |
Managing Money | 224 |
ELEVEN | 254 |
ENDNOTES | 269 |
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The Myth of Maturity: What Teenagers Need from Parents to Become Adults Terri Apter Limited preview - 2002 |
The Myth of Maturity: What Teenagers Need from Parents to Become Adults T. E. Apter Limited preview - 2002 |
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