We Need to Talk

With mental illness among teens rising faster than ever, getting them away from the screen to talk has never been more imperative; one of the UK's leading psychoanalysts will give you the tools to do that, and show you the conversations you need to be having.

How do you talk to your teen when their only focus is the screen in front of them? How do you help them to build a core of self-esteem in a world obsessed with appearances? This practical guide from one of the UK's leading adolescent psychoanalysts helps you through every possible hurdle in the teenage years.

'WHAT EVERY PARENT SHOULD KNOW ... If anyone is qualified to give advice on how to manage this tricky time for parents, it's Ian' - The Times


‘Ian Williamson is a genius … I couldn’t recommend [this]
more highly’ HELEN FIELDING


How do you talk to your teen when their only focus
is the screen in front of them?


How do you help them to build a core of self-esteem in
a world obsessed with appearances?


In this empathetic, down to earth and eminently practical guide from one
of the UK’s leading adolescent psychoanalysts, Ian Williamson
will help you through every possible hurdle in the teenage years.

- Covering topics from behaviour and relationships
to crime and gaming
- Featuring top tips and takeaway advice
- With realistic solutions that you can put into practice right away


We Need to Talk is your new go-to-guide to navigating the often tricky
adolescent years, with the endgame being what every parent wants: a healthy, happy and resilient child.