Inbunden, Engelska, 2026

Launching into Young Adulthood

Evidence-Based Tools and Psychological Skills to Help Teens Succeed

Av Johanna Kaplan, Anna Villavicencio, Lediya Dumessa

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Beskrivning

The transition from adolescence to adulthood can be challenging. This easy-to‑read guide on “how to succeed” as a young adult provides hands‑on tools for building emotional awareness and psychological skills to successfully navigate early adulthood.Written by experts in clinical psychology, this transformational book provides a contextual background and a specific, proactive plan to prepare young adults to become independent from their primary caregivers as they enter adulthood. Detailed yet accessible, this book explores essential topics from a psychological perspective, including decision‑making, goal‑setting, identifying strengths and weaknesses, managing distress and “successful failures,” understanding social connections and expectations, and how to use your unique skills to your advantage. Real‑life examples are presented to illustrate how to work through potential problems young adults face when entering independent life, with additional activities, exercises, and questionnaires to aid in learning and development.This book is an ideal resource for young adults looking to equip themselves with the skills to tackle the transition into adulthood. It is also a helpful guide for parents and caregivers, as well as mental health professionals who work with adolescents, teens, and young adults.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum: 2026-11-09
Mått: 152 x 229 x undefined mm
Vikt: 450 g
Format: Inbunden
Språk: Engelska
Antal sidor: 148
Förlag: Taylor & Francis Ltd
ISBN: 9781041093053

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Johanna Kaplan, Ph.D., is a licensed clinical psychologist and director of the Washington Anxiety Center of Capitol Hill (WACCH) in Washington, DC.Anna Villavicencio, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist at the Washington Anxiety Center of Capitol Hill (WACCH). She is an adjunct lecturer in the Department of Psychology at Catholic University of America, where she teaches classes in psychological disorders and adult psychopathology.Lediya Dumessa, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist at Washington Anxiety Center of Capitol Hill (WACCH). She is a graduate research assistant in Resilience and Regulation Lab at Mississippi State University

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“This is an essential, evidence-based guide for helping teens and young adults build the real world skills needed for confident independence. Drawing on years of clinical experience, the authors offer practical tools, clear frameworks, and engaging exercises that address everything from decision making and distress tolerance to family dynamics and financial realities. This book stands out for its proactive, skills focused approach, making it invaluable for young adults, parents, and professionals alike. A timely, empowering roadmap for thriving in adulthood rather than merely getting by.”David Tolin, Ph.D., Director of the Institute of Living/Anxiety Disorders Center“Drs. Kaplan, Villavicencio, and Dumessa have provided an invaluable resource that addresses the critically important topic of young adults who are struggling to develop the skills needed to thrive without high levels of support from their parents. It provides specific and practical guidance and information regarding what step parents and young adults can do to make meaningful and lasting change. It is highly recommended!”Jonathan Dalton, Ph.D., Director of the Center for Anxiety and Behavioral Change, Rockville MD

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