Building Resilience in Children and Teens

Building Resilience in Children and Teens by pediatrician Dr. Ken Ginsburg is an award-winning guide that helps parents, caregivers, and educators foster resilience in children and adolescents. The book introduces the 7 crucial Cs of resilience—competence, confidence, connection, character, contribution, coping, and control—and shows how to integrate these principles into everyday parenting and teaching. By strengthening relationships and communication, adults can guide young people to navigate life’s challenges, cope with stress, and develop the skills needed for a meaningful and successful life. The book provides practical strategies to address pressures from academics, social media, peers, and family, emphasizing that resilience is not innate—it can be taught and strengthened.

Key Features

• The 7 Cs of Resilience: Practical framework covering competence, confidence, connection, character, contribution, coping, and control.
• Parenting and teaching strategies: Concrete ways to apply resilience principles in everyday interactions.
• Coping skills guidance: Helps children and teens manage stress from school, media, peers, and family dynamics.
• Focus on life challenges: Prepares youth to face setbacks, make thoughtful decisions, and avoid risky behaviors.
• Evidence-based: Draws on research and clinical experience to offer reliable, actionable advice.
• Connection-centered approach: Strengthens relationships between adults and youth to support emotional growth and resilience.