A Child from 8 to 13: The Most Difficult Age

Larisa Surkova is a mother of 5 children, and also a candidate of psychological sciences and a practicing psychologist, running her Instagram profile larangsovet. She focuses on issues of child and family psychology.

Adolescence is the most difficult and unpredictable time for parents, at times strongly shocking their minds. After all, it’s really hard to believe that not long ago your “little angel” with joy climbed onto your lap, and now—everything has changed: the child has distanced themselves and withdrawn into themselves. The child’s perception of the world changes, and it is precisely at this moment that you must become support and a foundation for them. This age is very difficult and important for the child—so your task is to help the teenager, with understanding to relate to changes in their interests, show patience, and give them your love.

In her new book, Larisa Surkova answers the most important questions for every parent:

• How to preserve parental authority and at the same time find a common language with your child?

• How to help them not become a “scapegoat” and raise self-esteem?

• How to protect the “little adult” from bad influence and control their aggression?