Being a teen, getting ready to face adulthood, and navigating the physical and social upheavals of adolescence can be very stressful. Looking for solid advice on the internet can be hit or miss (unless you know where to look or ask a librarian). Here are some new titles for teens about self-help, healing, and psychology to help in this unique time of life.
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What do you do when your body doesn’t match the ideal shape as dictated by society? What do you wear when sweats seem to be the only clothes that fit you? How do you deal with the constant, overwhelming waves of criticism about your appearance from yourself and others?
A guide for teenage girls about relationships, sexuality, safety, and consent. This title is also available as an eBook on Hoopla.
A guide for teens full of both mystical and practical tools to help deal with stress, depression, and other challenges.
Author Kindra Neely recounts her journey to healing after surviving a mass shooting during her first year of college.
Provides readers with evidence-based cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) skills to heal the wounds of personal and intergenerational racial trauma, increase self-awareness, and build confidence. This title is also available as an eBook on Libby and an eBook on Hoopla.
“Stress Less” teaches concrete skills for managing stress and anxiety, organized into common “stress domains” such as family, friends, dating, school, and media.