By Katy Granville-Chapman (author)
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Our teenagers are growing up in one of the most complex, fast-moving and uncertain times in history - and they're doing remarkably well. They're juggling intense academic pressures, navigating social challenges magnified by technology and living in a world that feels unpredictable and demanding. And yet, so many of them continue to show courage, compassion, and resilience every single day.
As parents, we see their strength - but we also see their struggles. We know what it's like to watch our teens wrestle with friendships, self-doubt and school stress and we wish we could do more to help. We also know how hard it is to stay calm and resilient ourselves when the emotional temperature at home feels sky-high.
Growing Minds: The science of raising thriving teens is the essential, evidence-based guide every modern parent needs. It goes far beyond the basics, offering a deep dive into the latest neuroscience to help parents support their children's brain health whilst also nurturing their own. In today's fast-paced, often overwhelming world, understanding how to foster resilience, well-being, and cognitive development is key to raising thriving children-and Growing Minds gives you the tools to do just that.
Based on the latest research, this book covers crucial topics like balancing pleasure and pain, building strength through healthy relationships and establishing habits that promote optimal brain function. It's not just about helping children and parents to succeed and perform-it's about helping us all to develop emotionally, socially and mentally to navigate life's challenges with confidence and grace.
Whether you're a new parent or a seasoned veteran, this book will change the way you approach your own and your children's brain health in the best way possible.
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For parents, carers and anyone responsible for shaping young lives.
'This is a book for anyone who has wondered, wept, despaired and delighted in parenting today’s teens. It guides, encourages, motivates and above all, it understands. And what a gift that is!' - Jane Lunnon, Head of Alleyn’s School (Independent School of the Year 2025), Co-Chair of The Coalition for Youth Mental Health in Schools, Tatler Head of the Year (2020)
Katy granville-Chapman’s interest in the brain, flourishing, and leadership began in high-pressure environments early in her career, where she saw how relationships, mindsets, and character shape whether people struggle or thrive.
After serving in the British Army in Iraq, Europe, and the United States, she moved into school leadership roles focused on performance and development, and later, completed a Doctorate at Oxford University exploring leadership and flourishing.
She now teaches at Oxford, is a Senior Fellow of the Flourishing Network, hosted by the Human Flourishing Program at Harvard, and is a Deputy Head at Wellington College.
Katy co-founded a global youth leadership movement now active in over 100 countries and works internationally at the intersection of flourishing and wellbeing science, education, and leadership. Through her writing and teaching, she translates research into practical ways adults can help young people and teams to grow in character and flourish. A former GB synchronised swimmer, current GB age-group triathlete and lover of skiing, mountain biking, and ballet, she is driven by a simple question: how do we create the conditions for people—and their brains—to thrive?
Katy is the author of two Crown House Publishing titles, Leader and Growing Minds .
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Our teenagers are growing up in one of the most complex, fast-moving and uncertain times in history - and they're doing remarkably well. They're juggling intense academic pressures, navigating social challenges magnified by technology and living in a world that feels unpredictable and demanding.
Growing Minds : The Science of Raising Thriving Teens features in the following genres: Books for Teachers, Books of the Month, Recommendations, Science, PSHE: Self-Awareness, Self-Esteem and Wellbeing, Personal Social Health Economic (PSHE), Parenting Books, Children’s, Teenage and Educational, Children’s / Teenage: General interest
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Growing Minds : The Science of Raising Thriving Teens was written by Katy Granville-Chapman and published by Crown House Publishing
Growing Minds : The Science of Raising Thriving Teens has 200 pages
£17.09, reduced from £18.99. In Stock.
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