depression in adolescence

In real teens' voices, this engaging book offers comfort and advice for young people dealing with their own mental health issues or those of a loved one. A compilation of true stories by young adults facing the challenges of anxiety and depression, the book features compelling first-person accounts of panic attacks, suicidal depression, and self-harm, among other topics. Each contributor brings a unique perspective to the discussion of mental illness, and the relatable tone helps readers connect with an issue of great relevance to their own lives.

"After a life-changing event, Hunter decides that he can't go on... ...which lands him in Camp Sunshine, a rehab center for depressed teens. Hunter is determined to keep everyone there out of his head, especially his therapist. But when he meets Corin, beautiful, mysterious, and confident fellow camper, all Hunter wants to do is open up to her--despite the fact that he's been warned Corin is bad news. When Corin devises a plan for them to break out of the camp, Hunter is faced with the ultimate choice--will he run from the traumatic incident he's tried so hard to escape, or will he learn that his mistakes have landed him right where he's meant to be?"--Amazon.

Sereeta Prince, trying to cope with problems with her family, is blamed for a string of thefts at Tubman High School and starts to fall into a depression.

Compiles first-person accounts of young adults discussing their efforts to overcome panic attacks, self-harm and depression, anxiety, and helping depressed friends.

When Simone, a bohemian transfer student to Illinois' North Shore, is thrust into a new high school reality, she unmasks a town where kids have a terrible history of throwing themselves in front of commuter trains.

Readers will learn how they can identify and help a friend who is suffering from depression.

"Depression can make it hard for teens to do well in school, make friends, and reach their goals. In Mindfulness for Teen Depression, two teen experts offer powerful tools based in mindfulness and positive psychology to empower young readers who suffer from depression. The depathologizing approach in this book will help teens ease symptoms, work through troubling thoughts and feelings, and thrive in all aspects of life"--Provided by publisher.

"A mother chronicles her journey to find a solution for her son's anxiety and depression"--OCLC.

Explores the nature of teen suicide, covering why teens commit suicide, what it is like to live with suicidal feelings, how suicide can be prevented, and more.

Provides a guide for young people on how to help a friend who is dealing with mental depression.