Every Parent Should Read This Book is a field guide for confused parents who are currently custodians of any teenager who’s feeling lost, alone or depressed.

I’m not an expert, a psychologist, or even a particularly good person, but I do understand the unique kinds of troubles that come with trying to grow up in the current climate, and I wanted to share what would have helped me, my friends, and everyone else I spoke to while writing this book.

It might be hard to read what I write about self-harming, body piercings, drugs and social media angst. It might involve unpleasant surprises and be occasionally disgusting, but it could also help you to understand and support your kids. They won’t thank you, but they might hate you less.”

– Ben Brooks