Fragile Youth: Parents, Beware! School Refusal, Puppy Love, Fandom Obsession, Depression... Are You at Your Wits' End?

In the explosive "battlefield of adolescence," do you plan to surrender to your child or fight to the end?

◎ What should you do if your child starts "puppy love" in junior high or even elementary school?

◎ How can you save a child who is "tired of school"?

◎ What if your child goes bankrupt chasing idols and won't listen to reason?

◎ Your child says they have depression; should you take them to a doctor?

★ Author Dr. Li Li is a contributing writer for psychology magazines and has published numerous bestselling psychology books!

★ The most delicate psychological strategy for adolescence, highly recommended by several senior psychological counselors!

"I strongly recommend this book as a professional psychologist. From the perspectives of psychology and pedagogy, it explains how parents of adolescents can effectively navigate 25 sensitive areas. The book features a large number of real cases, making it both readable and researchable. The content is professional and highly practical, maintained with a neutral and objective attitude that resonates with readers."

── Zhao Yuping, General Manager of a well-known psychological counseling firm

"When children no longer obey their parents and become rebellious and flamboyant; when social information is complex and overwhelming, leaving children without a simple sky; when you are at a loss and afraid your child is losing their way—I hope you see this book. It will tell you that changes in parents affect a child's entire life."

── Li Xu, Senior Psychological Counselor

"This book provides parents with a fresh perspective on facing adolescent children, striving for objectivity and balance... Using popular expression methods, it explains the application of psychology in modern family education. It is an excellent book for resolving the educational confusion of today's parents."

── Liu Xinjun, Senior Psychological Counselor

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▏Q: What should I do if my child is addicted to the internet?

• Internet addiction usually stems from a lack of happiness in real life. Children from controlling, overindulgent, neglectful, or violent families are most susceptible.

• No matter what problems a child develops, parents must accept them unconditionally. If even the family does not tolerate them, they will have no one to turn to for help. After providing mental support, you must guide their behavior, including behavioral training, social skills, and cultivating other interests.

• Overcoming internet addiction doesn't mean keeping children away from the internet forever—that is overcorrecting. The goal is to strengthen the child's self-confidence and self-control.

▏Q: If I discover my child is masturbating, should I stop them or act like nothing happened?

• If parents view these behaviors as "dirty," it will undoubtedly cause the child to feel inferior, guilty, and ashamed. This uncoordinated emotion toward sexual desire may lead to sexual frigidity or sexual phobia in future sexual activities.

• Leaving the room appropriately without exposing the fact is a sign of respecting the child's privacy. Adolescent sexual energy is at its lifetime peak; therefore, masturbation is the simplest, most convenient, and safest outlet for teenagers.

• If the child appears listless, you can ask if they have any other discomforts to judge if it is excessive. You can also subtly remind a son: "Mind the tissues in your room!" followed by a meaningful smile.

▏Q: How do I comfort a child who failed an exam?

• Encourage the child to cry, scream, or vent in a way that doesn't affect others.

• Both parents and children must face reality. Give them more encouragement and help them learn to evaluate themselves and their gains and losses correctly. A major exam is just a selection process; one failure does not mean eternal failure.

• Do not blame the child directly, do not choose to escape, and do not pay excessive attention. The more abnormal the parental behavior, the more psychological pressure it creates for the child. Understanding from family is the greatest emotional pillar for a child to move past a psychological shadow.

★ The sharpest analysis and most practical methods to save exhausted parents!

This book is specially prepared for parents of adolescents, with carefully selected cases. Parents can reflect through the "Expert Analysis" after each case and get effective advice in the "Parent Interaction" section.

Additionally, considering that children at this stage rarely listen to parental "teaching," the "Communication Stories" are prepared for effective parent-child communication. Parents can inspire their children by discussing these stories about "others," achieving "seamless" education.