How do you cope with the difficult task of parenting children and teenagers successfully in a rapidly changing social and educational world? This book explains the key background features and influences on children's emotional and behavioural development and offers an understanding, using a step-by-step approach, of how to help young people develop into well-adjusted adults. Dr Thorley has over 25 years as a clinical child psychologist dealing with common child and adolescent behavioural problems He offers an easy to read, friendly and informative guide, giving practical advice and strategies, including some real-life case studies, for parents and carers to help them through the long, adventurous journey of parenting.