Untangled: Guiding Teenage Girls Through the Seven Transitions into Adulthood

Untangled is a guide for parents of teenage girls that explains the developmental transitions girls experience on their way to adulthood. Dr. Lisa Damour draws on decades of experience and recent research to identify seven distinct developmental transitions, including Parting with Childhood, Contending with Adult Authority, Entering the Romantic World, and Caring for Herself. The book provides realistic scenarios and practical advice for parents navigating common challenges with their daughters. It addresses frequently asked questions about topics such as eye-rolling and communication, phone monitoring, test anxiety, eating disorders, substance use, and self-harm among peers. The revised and updated 2025 edition includes new advice on social media use, gender fluidity, and drug use. The guide aims to help parents understand their daughters' behavior and development, offering a framework for engaging with them in constructive ways and building stronger connections during the teenage years.