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The Truth About Teenagers That Most Adults Get Wrong

Dr. Lynn Margolies
by Dr. Lynn Margolies
Are teenagers immune to their parents' influence? Find out how to break through.
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Dr. Lynn Margolies

by Dr. Lynn Margolies

Dr. Lynn Margolies is a Ph.D. licensed experienced psychologist. She was trained at McLean Hospital, a Harvard teaching hospital, and was a Harvard Medical School Instructor and Fellow. Read Bio

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