The Five Love Languages of Teenagers (Paperback)

by Gary Chapman (Author) "I think it is safe to say that in no generation has the task of parenting teenagers been more perplexing than at the present time..." (more)
Key Phrases: primary love language, emotional love tank, five love languages, Buddy Holly, Lost Boys, The Importance of Parental Love (more...)

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The Five Love Languages of Teenagers contains very practical guidance on how to express the teen's primary love language, how to teach them appropriate responsibility, and how to properly handle both parental and teen anger. It is a tangible resource for stemming the tide of violence, immorality, and despair engulfing many teens today.

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Learn to Speak Love in the Language Your Teenager Understands Best. Just like adults, teenagers desperately need to feel that they are loved. Yet communicating this truth to our kids can be challenging, since people naturally give and receive love in distinctand often conflictingways. The fact is, every parent and every teenager speaks one of five different love languages, explains Gary Chapman, Ph.D. However, serious conflicts arise when we find ourselves unaware of, or unprepared to speak, our teenagers particular love language. In The Five Love Languages of Teenagersyou will learn to speak your teenagers primary love language Quality Time

Words of Affirmation Gifts

Physical Touch Acts of Service Over the past decade, Dr. Chapmans best-selling book, The Five Love Languages, has helped to transform the emotional climate of hundreds of thousands of marriages, while The Five Love Languages of Children has taught more than 200,000 parents how to express love in the way their young kids are most likely to understand and receive. Now, this highly respected author and counselor offers a wealth of insights on the subject of expressing love to our teenagers and preparing them for their adult years. Discover powerful ways to nurture your teens inner spirit and learn how you can fill his or her love tank to overflowing in The Five Love Languages of Teenagers. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 272 pages
• Publisher: Northfield Publishing; 1 edition (March 1, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1881273393
• ISBN-13: 978-1881273394
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (26 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #3,661 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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49 of 49 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Chapman Is On Target Again, May 19, 2000

By	Wayne Kelpin (Topeka, Kansas United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Five Love Languages of Teenagers (Hardcover)

Where was this book when we were raising two teenagers? The fact that we did so well is a testimony to dumb luck and two very understanding and flexible youngsters. This is an invaluable book for any parent about to begin the teenage years with their children. Using the same basic framework (five love languages - acts of service, gifts, quality time, physical touch, and words of affirmation), Chapman directs his comments to the needs of parents. His approach to establishing family "rules" is exceptional. Read in conjunction with another of his books - Five Signs of a Functional Family, you cannot go wrong. After reading this later book, I ran right out and purchased a copy for my son and his wife. When their daughter becomes a teenager, I will present them with a copy of this book. No caring parent can go wrong with this book. Buy a copy now!

21 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Youth Ministers Review, September 10, 2002

By	Nathan Hicks (Kentucky) - See all my reviews

I have been in the youth ministry for 8 years now and this is one of the best books that I have ever read for those who have teenagers. I have bought over 25 copies of this book and have given them to every parent who's child graduates up to youth. Many parents have found what Chapman says as invaluable information. We now even do a special discipleship class based around the material in this book. I highly recommend it to any parent who has a teenager...it will change the way you view your student and the way you treat them. If you want to build a better relationship with your student...I would read this book, and then put it to practice.

18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book for Teens, August 11, 2005

By	Paul Johnson "A Christian Man" (St. Paul, Minnesota, United States) - See all my reviews

As I have two older teens, this book helped me a lot with them, and it helped them a lot with themselves and each other.

Our family is working hard at being aware of each others feelings, and as a father, I'm committed to raising the best teens possible into adults that are a positive example.

The information given in this book is extremely helpful, and it also goes along with another book that has made a tremendous difference in the life of my teens called
Stop Being the String Along.

Each book brought my family and my teens information that has significantly altered their views, and behaviors into positive ones.

If you have teens, or work with teens, I feel that both books would be excellent required reading. They have made a world of difference.