Product Description

Contrary to popular (parental) opinion, teenagers are not the lazy, unpleasant - frankly, spotty - louts they occasionally appear to be. During the teenage years the brain is undergoing its most radical and fundamental change since the age of two. Nicola Morgan's carefully researched, accessible and humorous examination of the ups and downs of the teenage brain has chapters dealing with powerful emotions, the need for more sleep, the urge to take risks, the difference between genders, the reasons behind addiction or depression, and what lies ahead.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #10906 in Books
• Published on: 2007-11-05
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• 192 pages

Review
"* "I only wish that this book had been around when dealing with my own teenager's antisocial behaviour." TES * "It is very rare that an author succeeds in writing a book for teenagers which is also a 'must read' for their parents and teachers." The Scotsman"

About the Author
Nicola Morgan has written a number of critically acclaimed books for teens, including the Scottish Arts Council Award-winning Fleshmarket, Mondays Are Red, Chicken Friend (9780744598971), The Leaving Home Survival Guide (9781844287710) and Sleepwalking, winner of the 2005 Scottish Arts Council Children's Book of the Year Award, as well as numerous home learning titles and a series of Thomas the Tank Engine stories. She lives in Edinburgh.

Customer Reviews

My brain is soo cool!!!
i actually won this book while meeting the author, Nicola Morgan. it is perfect for teenagers, parents and teachers as it explains behavourial issues, development and the overall mind of teens. morgan also contributes her theories along with scientifc evidence. a definate must read!

Fascinating!
This is an excellent book. The author explains a highly complex subject so clearly - and so many of the observations struck me as making complete sense. I tried out the visual exercises on my teenagers and we all agreed we understood each other better as a result. Overall: just fascinating!

Mrs B
Brilliant book. As a professional working in Behaviour management in school and supporting students and their parents every day this has been wonderful. I have quoted parts and talked alot about various parts that have been useful just in the last 2 weeks! I am making it one of my top 10 essentail reads for parents and children entering adolescents. I have reassured parents and children alike that they are 'normal' and they will change and to accept themselves at present. A must read and to have on your shelf ready.