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September 1, 2015

Your Teen Magazine

Top Ten Things to Expect in Middle School

Talk to parents who’ve been through middle school with their children and they will lament that they had no idea what to expect. The changes kids experience as they transition from elementary school to middle school are seismic.

Here’s the good news! You do not need to feel in the dark, because experts know what to expect. One of our favorite psychologists—Dr. Lisa Damour, author of the New York Times bestseller Under Pressure—shares her top 10 list of what to expect in middle school. For all these things middle schoolers do, she explains why it happens, what we might be tempted to say or do, and finally, a more effective option.

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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.