The Teen Health Book - A Parent's Guide to Adolescent Health and Well-Being (Paperback)

"What Dr. Spock was to the infant, Dr. López is to the adolescent."—Alan B. Wachtel, M.D., author of The Attention Deficit Answer Book

With the publication of The Teen Health Book parents will finally have a single volume to help them navigate the confusing changes of the adolescent years. Ralph I. López, a pioneer in the field of adolescent medicine, is known for his warm and accessible manner and offers health and medical information in a clear and conversational tone. Addressing both physical and emotional concerns, this essential guidebook discusses the full spectrum of adolescent issues from sexual development and eating disorders to acne, growth issues, and alcohol and drug use. In addition, a comprehensive reference section details the common and not-so-common ailments of teenagers. Dr. Spock is the bible for parents of toddlers; The Teen Health Book will be the bible for parents of teens.

"A terrific book for parents of teens (and preteens).... López writes with empathy and good humor and clearly has a thorough grounding in—and affection for—his specialty."—Library Journal, starred review

"An informative, comprehensive manual that gives parents the 'what to expect' of the teenage years."—Dallas Child

"[López's] approachability is also characteristic of his book...[which] conveys respect for parents, too."—New York Times

"A must-read for any parent of a teen or "near teen.""—S. Jean Emans, M.D., Children's Hospital, Boston

"[A] great source: easy to read, easy to understand, and a comfort for the many parents who have difficulties..."—Ira Sacker, M.D., author of Dying to Be Thin

"[A] comprehensive and highly practical guide....will definitely be a valuable resource for both parents and professionals."—Stanley Turecki, M.D., author of The Difficult Child

"Dr. López knows adolescents and, more importantly, he likes them and cares about them....an indispensable guide for parents and adolescents."—Charlene C. Giannetti, co-author of The Roller-Coaster Years, Parenting 911, and Cliques

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