The Emotional Lives of Teenagers

The Emotional Lives of Teenagers

Lisa's latest New York Times best seller is an urgently needed guide to help parents understand their teenagers’ intense and often fraught emotional lives—and how to support them through this critical developmental stage.

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Under Pressure

Lisa’s second New York Times best seller is a celebrated guide to addressing the alarming increase in anxiety and stress in girls from elementary school through college.

Untangled

Untangled

Lisa’s award-winning New York Times best seller–now available in nineteen languages–is a sane, informed, and engaging guide for parents of teenage girls.

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July 17, 2025

Aspen Ideas Festival Panel: “Anxious Girls, Lonely Boys”

Dr. Lisa Damour had the honor of speaking on a panel titled “Anxious Girls, Lonely Boys” during the Aspen Ideas Festival 2025. The youth mental health crisis is getting a lot of attention, but far less has been said about the gender gap that highlights the differing needs of girls and boys. Girls often report more anxiety and depression but have stronger support networks, while many boys face growing isolation and disconnection. The panel conversation explored these urgent challenges—and what we can do about them. Watch at the link below.

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The advice provided here by Dr. Damour and the resources shared by her AI-powered librarian, Rosalie, will not and do not constitute - or serve as a substitute for - professional psychological treatment, therapy, or other types of professional advice or intervention. If you have concerns about your child’s well-being, consult a physician or mental health professional.

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