Inside the Teenage Mind

Empowering Teens to Thrive in a Changing World

Andrew Leech

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English

John Wiley & Sons Inc
20 October 2025

Age groups: adolescents; Child & developmental psychology; Paediatric medicine; Psychiatry; Psychotherapy

A must-have guide for parents and professionals navigating the complexities of today's youth.

Teenagers are navigating one of the most complex and transformative stages of life—full of rapid change, emotional highs and lows, and evolving identities. Inside the Teenage Mind: Empowering Teens to Thrive in a Changing World blends cutting-edge research with real-world case studies and expert insights to provide a comprehensive roadmap for supporting teens.

This must-have guide tackles the most pressing challenges facing today’s teens:

Tackles the big issues facing teens—offering practical strategies to support them through challenges like anxiety, body image, identity struggles, substance use, and social pressures. Takes a holistic approach—exploring the interactions between physical and mental health in teens. Guides you through supporting a teen engaging in risky behaviors—including self-harm and suicidal thoughts, with practical advice on how to approach difficult conversations and a safety plan template to help create a structured, supportive response. Explores the influence of digital media and artificial intelligence—examining the important links between technology, teenage behavior, brain development, and mental health. Provides practical tools and strategies—featuring easy-to-use checklists, questions to ask your doctor or psychologist, signs that indicate when to seek help, a comprehensive resource list and communication tips tailored to different stages of adolescence. Features real-life case studies—with powerful insights from teens and their families, sharing their struggles, successes, and the strategies that helped them get through. Takes a neuroaffirming approach—offering guidance on understanding teenage challenges through a neurodiverse lens, supporting the unique needs of all adolescents. Written for—parents, educators, and professionals in psychology, education, social work, and healthcare professionals who support adolescents.

Inside the Teenage Mind takes a compassionate and practical approach to understanding teenage behavior and fostering resilience. Drawing on over a decade of experience as a General Practitioner working with teens, Dr. Andrew Leech shares expert advice on maintaining open communication, supporting mental health, navigating screen use, and empowering young people with the tools they need to thrive. More than just a guide, this book is about helping teens find their purpose, embrace their identity, and recognize the value they bring to the world.

By: Andrew Leech
Imprint: John Wiley & Sons Inc
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 226mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 18mm
Weight: 408g
ISBN: 9781394351411
ISBN 10: 1394351410
Pages: 240
Publication Date: 20 October 2025
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Dr Andrew Leech is a Perth-based GP and family doctor with extensive experience in child and adolescent mental health. Founder of the award-winning Garden Family Medical Clinic, Andrew has spent over a decade helping young people and their families navigate life’s toughest moments. He’s known for his practical, compassionate approach and is a trusted voice in both local and international conversations about youth mental health. Andrew is also the author of Calm Kids, Happy Hearts, a popular guide for parents supporting children with anxiety.

Reviews for Inside the Teenage Mind: Empowering Teens to Thrive in a Changing World

“A vital, timely book for Australian families navigating adolescence. Practical, relatable, and full of heart.” —The West Australian “A must read for anyone seeking to navigate the complexities of teenage behaviour with empathy and common sense.” —Professor Desiree Silva - leading developmental paediatrician, author, and co-lead of the ORIGINS Project at the Telethon Kids Institute