How to Raise an Emotionally Mature Child

Brought to you by Penguin. A groundbreaking approach to parenting that presents emotional maturity as the foundation for happy and resilient children – from the clinical psychologist of million-copy bestseller Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents Emotional maturity is the single most important quality a parent can help develop in their child – it enables a person to function autonomously, handle stress, flourish in diverse environments, form lasting relationships and achieve personal and professional success. In How to Raise an Emotionally Mature Child , Lindsay Gibson explains the cognitive, psychological and social challenges children face, and how, as parents, we can support their emotional development so they become confident, happy and resilient adults. Using the lens of the Seven Parental Mindsets for Maturity, you’ll find out how to: Identify common parenting traps and behaviours to avoid What children really need to mature emotionally at every stage Why you should let go of trying to be a ‘perfect parent’ Drawing on decades of work with families, this long-awaited book is essential reading for every parent – and your children will thank you for it! © Lindsay Gibson 2026 (P) Penguin Audio 2026