Youth Mental Health

News stories abound on the youth mental health crisis. Our kids are in trouble, and it's one of the few things we can agree on as a society. But what is causing the crisis? And how do we fix it? Studies show anxiety, ADHD, depression, panic attacks, and other conditions are on the rise across the entire spectrum of young people. Are all these problems coincidentally rising in lockstep? In The Kids Are Not Alright, Philip Wire explores the evidence (it's ugly) and proposes an explanation. Beginning with an accessible summary of how panic, anxiety, and related conditions work in the brain and...

Teen Mental Health: Survive Your Mood, Survive Your Emotion, dives into the complex world of adolescence, offering a compassionate guide for navigating the wild rollercoaster of teenage emotions.

Confidence, Mental Toughness, & Focus for Student-Athletes in Just 3 Minutes a Day Does your athlete play like a superstar in practice, but 'disappear' when the game-day pressure is on? New 2026 Updated Edition: A Practical, 30 Day Habits Based Book for Young Athletes 12-18 Years Old Release External Pressures, Control the Controllables: Unstoppable Athletes know how to lock in and drown out the noise. This book teaches you how. Stop the Comparison & Criticism: Unstoppable Athletes do not focus on what others are doing and they do not beat themselves up for not being perfect. Learn how to ...

Teenagers and Mental Health imparts gospel hope and guidance for churches and youth leaders ministering to teens with mental health struggles and their families.

This advisory calls attention to the growing concerns about the effects of social media on youth mental health. It explores and describes the current evidence on the positive and negative impacts of social media on children and adolescents, some of the primary areas for mental health and well-being concerns, and opportunities for additional research to help understand the full scope and scale of social media’s impact.

Embark on a transformative journey into the heart of adolescent development and support with "Empowering Youth," a groundbreaking eBook dedicated to driving positive change in the lives of young people. This comprehensive guide takes an in-depth look into the pivotal role of school-based support, offering educators, counselors, and school administrators a blueprint for fostering a nurturing and inclusive learning environment. Adolescence is a time of tremendous change and growth. Understanding this developmental stage is crucial, and "Empowering Youth" lays the foundation by elucidating the...

Since the 1950s, psychiatry has controlled both the definitions, theories, diagnoses, and suggested remedies for mental illness. Many intelligent, well-educated, and well-meaning people have blindly accepted the secular construct of mental illness without investigating the underlying theories or answering foundational questions necessary to form a construct of mental illness. Some have chosen to refrain from conversations out of ignorance or fear of hurting and distancing themselves from friends or family who are labeled as mentally ill. Still others have taken dogmatic positions often ...

If Social Media Feels Like a Minefield, Navigate it Safely Without Losing Your Teen. Do you lie awake at night, worrying about how social media is affecting your child's self-esteem and mental health? Does your teen's constant scrolling leave you feeling helpless and disconnected? What if you had a roadmap to guide your child through the complexities of the digital age? In many ways, social media is an incredibly beneficial platform for young people. But there are disadvantages and dangers to social media, too, and these can have a significant impact on a young person's mental health. Here ...

“We’ve all been desperate to learn what heavy use of social media does to adolescents. Now, thanks to Twenge’s careful analysis, we know: It is making them lonely, anxious, and fragile—especially our girls. If you are a parent, teacher, or employer, you must read this fascinating book...

Self-harm, depression, anxiety, bullying, fragile relationships, medication, therapy, lack of ambition, loneliness, psychiatric wards and suicide are all things that I’m familiar with. Not through studies or things I have read about on the internet. They are all things I experienced as a teenager and young adult. Every day was either a battle with myself or someone else, more often it was both. I struggled to cope with life and manage my own thoughts and emotions, which lead to constant self-harm and a few suicide attempts.In Self-harm to Self-harmony I, Scott, take the reader on a ...

Introducing "The Ultimate Guide to Strength and Conditioning"! A comprehensive, power-packed eBook designed to elevate your fitness game to a whole new level. If you've ever wanted to transform your strength, stamina, and overall physique, this is the perfect resource for you! Dive into an all-encompassing 40-chapter journey that covers the A to Z of strength and conditioning, providing step-by-step methods, techniques, and secrets to unleash your true physical potential. Begin by assessing your fitness level and setting performance goals. Explore how to design a balanced workout plan while...

An urgent, emotional thriller: "Dramatic...explores the power of grief...that through loss there can be hope for the future" (Library Journal). Everyone at Ridgemont Academy knows what to expect from Emma Caroline Blake. Perfect grades. Perfect record. Perfect life. Then she stands up in class...

If you are mildly stressed, have anxiety, or are further down the rabbit hole with stress, anxiety, depression, or other emotional challenges, or if you want advice on how to take your life, success, and happiness to the next level, Mental Health–Mental Peace is a resource that can travel with you as you continue to grow or stumble and can be relied upon to support mental health, giving you the tools to lead a happier, more fulfilling life.

Drug – The Silent Killer is a powerful and eye-opening exploration of how substance abuse is silently infiltrating schools, colleges, and hostels, trapping young lives in cycles of dependency and destruction. What begins as curiosity, peer pressure, or a search for relief from stress can quickly spiral into addiction, affecting academic performance, mental health, family relationships, and future opportunities. Drawing from deep observation and educational experience, M. K. Devidasan exposes the organized networks that target vulnerable students, the psychological factors that make young ...

This audiobook provides social workers, outreach clinicians, case managers, and concerned community members with a pretreatment guide for assisting homeless couples, youth, and single adults. Chapters explore policy and research accompanied by narratives that trace a person's journey from homelessness to housing and beyond. The interrelationship between Homeless Outreach and Housing First is examined in detail to inform program development and hands-on practice.

Unlock the Power of Your Mind. Take Control of Your Thoughts. Change Your Life. An empowering, teen-friendly guide inspired by the world-renowned Silva Method. Are you a teen who feels overwhelmed by stress, self-doubt, or negative thinking? Do you wish you could focus better, feel more confident, or just believe in yourself more? You're not alone—and you're not powerless. Unleash Your Mind is a clear, compassionate, and practical guide that teaches you how to use the principles of the Silva Method to manage your emotions, boost your self-esteem, and unlock your full potential. Adapted ...

“Living With Mental Illness” is an autobiography about my life and what I have been through, and the challenges I have faced living with Mental Illness. It is a book that explains how difficult life can be for a person diagnosed with a mental disorder and how unfair and unconstitutional the process of recovery is for a person that is forced to be in the system as a result. If you are, or you know someones who is suffering from mental health issues reading this book you will help you understand what they are going through because for many people mental illness is a mystery.

Working with youth with sexual behavior problems can be a challenge for both law enforcement and mental health professionals. What defines good quality treatment has changed over time, and research has shown the importance of not only the treatment programs' content but also the way that content is delivered.

Jain wondered why, in an era of abundance, where more people are pursuing longevity and optimal health, the majority are achieving the opposite. His team of top scientists are taking "aging and illness optional" from rally cry to reality.

Bestselling author and teacher Casey Watson shares the horrifying true story of Kiera Bentley, a 12-year-old girl with a deeply shocking secret she’s too young to even understand. When Casey first meets Kiera, a small slight girl who’s just lashed out at a fellow pupil in assembly, she...