Lisa Damour

Dr. Lisa Damour is an American clinical psychologist, author, and expert on adolescent development and family mental health. Holding a Ph.D. from the University of Michigan, she serves as a regular contributor to major media outlets and advises schools globally.

She is best known as the author of several bestselling parenting books, including Untangled: Guiding Teenage Girls Through the Seven Transitions into Adulthood, Under Pressure, and The Emotional Lives of Teenagers. Her work demystifies teenage psychology for parents and educators.

Damour’s reassuring, science-backed guidance has helped millions of families navigate the complexities of youth mental health. She remains a trusted voice in contemporary child psychology.