DECODING BOYS New Science Behind the Subtle Art of Raising Sons

Cara Natterson's slow and determined enunciation calls to mind knowledgeable teachers who are keen on having every syllable they utter be heard and understood. A pediatrician, Natterson offers a wealth of useful information on the challenges of raising boys, and her speaking voice, while sweet and youthful, makes her sobering insights sound helpful and optimistic. The audiobook runs the gamut from the way boys' brains develop neurologically to their adolescent compulsions to compete, take risks, and obsess about their bodies. Full of common sense and actionable advice, this is solid guidance on how parents can stay balanced, communicate with the uncommunicative, and provide guardrails to help boys navigate today's often dangerous world. T.W. © AudioFile 2020, Portland, Maine [Published: APRIL 2020]