The 10 myths of teen dating : truths your daughter needs to know to date smart, avoid disaster, and protect her future / Daniel Anderson ; with his daughter Jacquelyn Anderson ; foreword by Kim and Krickitt Carpenter.
Includes bibliographical references (pages 243-254).
Contents:
Dating myth #1 : if I had a boyfriend I would be happy -- Dating myth #2 : I should trust my feelings -- Dating myth #3 : I'm in love -- Dating myth #4 : sex will enhance my relationship -- Dating myth #5 : love and sex are the same -- Dating myth #6 : sex comes without consequences -- Dating myth #7 : it's okay to break up and get back together -- Dating myth #8 : he will never hit me again -- Dating myth #9 : a rebound relationship is just what I need -- Dating myth #10 : serial dating and living together will help me stay married.
Summary:
"Expert educator Daniel Anderson and his daughter Jacquelyn help you navigate the biggest dating myths, including: a boyfriend will make your daughter happy, she should trust her feelings, and sex will enhance her relationship. Combining scientific research with poignant personal stories and practical application, this book will equip you to teach your daughter how to date smart for today...and tomorrow." -- Back cover Few topics are more difficult for parents to discuss with their daughters than dating and relationships. Due to their lack of knowledge about the world their teens face coupled with the scant dating information they received as teens, many parents feel ill-equiped to guide their daughters through the minefield that is teen dating. In The 10 Myths of Teen Dating, this father and daughter team combines the latest scientific research with poignant, personal stories to help parents engage their daughters in wise conversations. Weaving in solid biblical truths with practical application and discussion starters, Daniel and Jacquelyn seek to equip parents to teach their daughters how to date for today ... and tomorrow.
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