Parenting teenagers is one of life's great hazards! The job is complicated by the steady stream of messages from the media and popular culture that may be contrary to what you are trying to instill. What's a parent to do? Here is practical, down-to-earth help for parents from Mary Ronan, a woman with wide experience working effectively with teens. Mary understands the pressures teens face, especially in the areas of alcohol and sexual temptation. She has the rare gift of connecting with young people. They listen to her and value her counsel. Now she distills from her years as a parent and speaker tested and valuable guidelines that help parents understand and relate to their teens. Her approach in guiding teens to deal with pressures, drinking and sexual temptation are greatly welcomed. Her insight and encouragement are exactly what many parents seek today in the always challenging journey of raising teenagers in an ungodly world. Mary Ronan, a registered nurse with a specialty in reproductive health has worked with teens for over 15 years. A gifted communicator, she speaks to thousands of teens and parents every year to help teens think through major choices they will face, especially those in the area of premarital sex. Now includes 1 book and 1 vhs tape.