Power struggles between parents and teens are nothing new, but chronic control battles are destructive to teen development as well as the entire family. According to psychotherapist Neil Brown, these battles occur as the result of self-perpetuating negative relationship patterns. This book will help you understand and end the painful tug-of-war with your teen and foster a peaceful and loving home environment

Part one. Understanding the control battle -- What is the control battle? (Meet the beast) -- Adolescence, an invitation to the control battle -- What feeds the beast? -- Part two. Starving the beast -- A healthy vision -- Power of earned privileges -- Making the big shift -- Self-esteem and happiness -- Part three. Applications -- What if my teenager is depressed? -- Learning disabilities and ADHD -- When parents don't agree -- When your teen is seriously out of control -- Final thoughts