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Loving adults matter more to children, tweens, and teens than any other force in their lives.

Parents and Caretakers of children and teens find books and resources on fostering resilience.

FOSTERING RESILIENCE: OUR MISSION

Preparing Children and Teens to Thrive Through Both Good and Challenging Times

Resilience is the capacity to rise above difficult circumstances, allowing our children to exist in this less-than-perfect world, while moving forward with optimism and confidence.

Young people will be resilient when the important adults in their lives believe in them unconditionally and hold them to high expectations.

Parents, caretakers, and adults who care can prepare children and teens to thrive through both good and challenging times.

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About the Author

The expert behind the work—with over 30 years of research dedicated to empowering youth to develop their own solutions to social challenges and training clinicians to better support them.

Dr. Kenneth Ginsburg, pediatrician specializing in adolescent medicine at the childrens hospital of Philadelphia.
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Dr. Kenneth Ginsburg

Dr. Ken Ginsburg is a pediatrician specializing in Adolescent Medicine at The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and a Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine.

He is the Founder and Program Director of The Center for Parent and Teen Communication, where he focuses on strengthening family connections through research-driven and practical approaches that have passed the test of time.

Throughout his career, Dr. Ginsburg’s focus has evolved from addressing teen problem behaviors to empowering parents to raise resilient, well-prepared children and preparing professionals to guide youth to develop to their potential.

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