As soon as children reach adolescence, it seems that almost overnight "I love you" turns into "leave me alone" and any question from a parent can be dismissed with one word: "fine." Although they don't show it, teenagers benefit from the curiosity, joy, and connection of their parents. In the book The Teen Interpreter, psychologist Terri Apter explores the minds of teenagers—minds that experience powerful new emotional states and awareness of the world around them—to show how parents can renew their relationship. She examines the rapid neurological developments of the teenage brain, explains the power of teenage friendships, and analyzes the positives and negatives of social networking. With insightful dialogue exercises that incorporate research from more than thirty years in the field, Apter reveals how teenagers signal their changing needs and identities—and how parents can interpret these signals to see the world through their teen's eyes. The Teen Interpreter is a generous guide to enjoying the challenging yet rewarding years of parenting.