It Doesn't Have to Be Awkward: Dealing with Relationships, Consent, and Other Hard-to-Talk-About Stuff

An entertaining & comprehensive guide to sex, relationships, and consent in today's #MeToo era, from celebrity MD Dr. Drew Pinsky and his daughter Paulina Pinsky—perfect for teens, parents, and educators to facilitate open and positive conversations around the tricky topic of consent. "Using a combination of straightforward language, relatable examples, and realistic expectations, [the Pinskys have] created a user-friendly guide based on the principles of TCB: trust, compassion, and boundaries. . . . This readable guide should make things easier for parents, counselors, and kids alike." —Booklist (starred review) When it comes to sex, relationships, and consent, establishing boundaries, and figuring out who you are and what you want is never simple—especially as a teenager. In this funny, down-to-earth guide, Dr. Drew and his daughter, Paulina, break down the three most important aspects of any healthy relationship: trust, compassion, and boundaries. Together, they will use these principles to address all your questions about crushes, friendships, and sex, and give you the easy-to-remember foundations of consent. Filled with tangible and accessible resources, this is the perfect guide for teens, parents, and educators to go beyond "the talk" and dive into honest and meaningful conversations about sex, relationships, and consent. "A useful manual for navigating relationships with friends and classmates, as well as grappling with one's own identity. . . . With sensitivity and compassion, this father-daughter duo highlights consent, identity, and relationships." —School Library Journal "Teens looking for real talk about real challenges will find this book offers a lot of encouragement." —Kirkus Reviews

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E-book: 21 września 2021