Dr Christian's Guide to Growing Up by Dr Christian Jessen (author) and Dave Semple (illustrator) (UK edition)

Dr Christian Jessen tells it like it is, in this upfront and unashamed companion to growing up. Coming to the rescue of parents, boys and girls, Dr Christian is ready to answer all their questions about adolescence, sexuality and puberty. In his assured, no-nonsense fashion, he allays the fears and uncertainties of growing youngsters (and helps parents find answers) about puberty, sex, personal and emotional health and body image. Addressing all those cringey questions parents squirm at answering, Dr Christian’s sensible, light-hearted advice guides boys and girls on the path to be coming healthy, happy adults. Covering issues such as:

puberty,
diet / exercise
sex / sexuality,
self-esteem / body image,
personal health
emotional health
mental health
bullying / cyberbulling
gender equality

Full-colour with informative graphics through-out. Aimed at both boys and girls for a more inclusive look at adolescent issues.

Written by the presenter of TV shows The Ugly Face of Beauty , the BAFTA award-winning Embarrassing Bodies and Dr Christian Will See You Now .