Untangled: Guiding Teenage Girls Through The Seven Transitions Into Adulthood Lisa Damour Parenting Book

Untangled: Guiding Teenage Girls Through the Seven Transitions into Adulthood by Damour is a clear, compassionate guide for parents, teachers, and caregivers who want practical, research-based help navigating the teenage years. Written for anyone supporting adolescent girls, this paperback edition lays out a predictable, reassuring blueprint for change — perfect for families, school counselors, and gift buyers seeking an authoritative children’s series alternative focused on real emotional growth.

This edition is BRAND NEW and available in Paperback. ISBN: 9781782395560.

What this book covers

Clinical psychologist Dr. Lisa Damour identifies seven recognizable “strands” that mark the transition from childhood to adulthood. Rather than treating adolescence as chaotic or random, Untangled shows how growth follows patterns — even if each girl moves at her own pace. The book explains how these strands appear, overlap, and shape behavior, helping adults respond with empathy instead of alarm.

Key features and sections

• Seven developmental strands: Clear descriptions of the main areas of change so you can spot what’s normal and what needs attention.
• Practical strategies: Actionable guidance for conversations about independence, mood changes, school stress, friendships, and risky behavior.
• Real-world examples: Case studies and everyday scenarios that make clinical insight relatable for parents and teachers.
• Evidence-based approach: Grounded in research and clinical experience, yet written in an accessible, conversational tone.

About the author

Lisa Damour is a respected voice in adolescent mental health. Recognized as a thought leader by the American Psychological Association, she co-hosts the Ask Lisa podcast, contributes to the New York Times, appears regularly on CBS News, and collaborates with UNICEF. Dr. Damour is the author of two New York Times bestsellers, including Untangled and Under Pressure: Confronting the Epidemic of Stress and Anxiety in Girls. She serves as Senior Advisor to the Schubert Center for Child Studies at Case Western Reserve University and combines scholarly work with active clinical practice.

Why parents, teachers, and gift buyers love this book

• Helps adults understand predictable patterns in adolescent behavior.
• Provides language and tools for calmer, more effective conversations.
• Trusted, research-backed guidance from a bestselling, award-recognized author.
• Ideal for classroom resource piles, parent groups, or as a thoughtful gift for new parents of tweens.

Untangled is more than a parenting book — it’s a road map. Whether you’re dealing with mood swings, school pressure, or growing independence, this practical paperback edition offers clarity and compassion. A reliable, evidence-based resource trusted by parents and educators, it makes an excellent gift, classroom reference, or personal handbook for anyone supporting teenage girls through the transitions into adulthood.