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Depression : insights and tips for teenagers / Christie Cognevich.

Cognevich, Christie, 1984- (Author).

Summary:

This book addresses depression in teenagers, offering relatable, real-life anecdotes and practical strategies to guide teens struggling with depression. It contains accessible explanations of the mental and physical processes behind depression, identifying signs of struggles, and finding resources for getting help.

Record details

ISBN: 1538137607
ISBN: 9781538137604
Physical Description: 163 pages : illustrated ; 21 cm.
Publisher: Lanham, MD : Rowman & Littlefield Publishers, Incorporated, 2020.

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Formatted Contents Note:

Part I. What is depression? -- Exploring advice and guidance -- Exploring depression -- Taking the first steps to healing -- Looking at the numbers -- Part II. Coping with depression -- The problem with stress -- Effectively dealing with stress -- The stressors: body image, health issues, sexuality and gender, academics, social media -- Exploring the thoughts-feelings-behaviors cycle -- The problem with forced positivity -- Effectively dealing with emotional discomfort -- Exploring relationships: friends, peers, family issues, social isolation -- Part III. resolution and resources -- Maintaining your light -- Exploring self-care -- Exploring meditation strategies -- Building your safety plan.