Age Group: 12+ Years

Description:

The companion to his guide for girls, this book sees agony uncle Alex Hooper-Hodson turn his attention to the questions teenage boys most often wrestle with but rarely feel able to ask. Built from the thousands of letters he received each month, it boils the worries of growing up into 52 common problems, each answered in a clear, no-nonsense problem-page style. Across sections on the changing body, the mind, friendships, relationships and staying safe, it covers everything from spots, puberty and body image to talking to girls, handling social media, low moods, and the risks of drink, drugs and online gaming. The tone is honest, calm and encouraging rather than preachy, making space for difficult subjects and reminding boys that their feelings are normal — a reassuring companion for the teenage years and a useful conversation-starter for parents too