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A Washington Post Best Children's Book of 2018 Who's Crazy? What does it mean to be crazy? Is using the word crazy offensive? What happens when a label like that gets attached to your everyday experiences? To understand mental health, we need to talk openly about it. Because there's no single...

Adolescent depression is often dismissed as a normal teenage experience, a bad mood, or something to outgrow. This is far from the truth, and it's important that young adults and their families and friends understand how crucial it is to address any social, emotional, and physical difficulties they...

I'm flawed. - ReenaI'm boring. - Vijay.I'm broken. - WillI'm afraid. - FreyaI'm confused. - LexyI'm torn. - NickyI'm worthless. - MilaI'm lost. - MasonEight lives untethered. Eight voices in the dark. Eight stories of adversity. Eight lost souls looking for hope.An unflinching glimpse into young...

If there was one book I think every Australian teenager should own - it's this one.- Rebecca Sparrow, Author and Mamamia ColumnistGood Selfie is a fabulous book and an absolute must-read for every family. Like Turia, it's practical and full of inspiration, wisdom, laughs....and a joyous optimism...

Key Selling Points It's time to open up about mental health. One in five children and youth in Canada are affected by mental illness right now. And less than half of the youth who seek services get the help they need. This is the one book every kid, family, teacher and youth...

This colorful graphic novel adventure through the brain demystifies and destigmatizes emotional and mental health for children through accessible language and lessons. Join author-illustrator Cara Bean in Here I Am, I Am Me, as she takes readers on an...

This accessible guide for 11-15-year-olds will help young people to understand and manage their mental health Do you ever find it hard to explain what you're thinking and feeling? Have you often pretended to be okay when in reality you're anxious or sad? However you're...

An anthology of writing from inspirational people on what mental health means to them. Last year, Scarlett Curtis and 52 inspirational women wrote an extraordinary anthology on what feminism means to them. The book went on to be a cultural phenomenon and turned the world Pink.

An invaluable tool to get boys age 11-14 talking about mental health Talking costs nothing but it can change your life for the better Growing up is hard work! You're expected to ace your exams, be responsible, keep up a hectic...

An authentic and compelling look at mental health issues, as experienced by real-life young people Mental Health and Me brings together seven stories of teenage struggles, from body image issues to drug abuse, as experienced by real-life teenagers. First produced as animated...

A friendly and approachable guide to teen self-care. Bursting with tips and advice to ease stress and help you live your best life Being a teenager means learning how to deal with exams, new experiences and body changes. Are you prepared? No

A heart-warming and thought-provoking novel about friendship, love and day-to-day struggles with mental health. Jade is just trying to get by. She doesn't want to talk about it. She doesn't want a fuss.  But one day she meets Nick and everything changes....

Have you ever been told you are chatty or fidgety at school? Do you have a constantly whirring mind? Do you 'tune out' and daydream or find it hard to pay attention? ADHD can impact your life in many ways. This positive, self...

Tired of Anxiety is a step-by step guide for children on how to do the things that matter to them despite anxiety. Based on principles of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), the book uses evidence-based clinical techniques and describes them in accessible, child-friendly ways to ensure that...

A comforting and useful resource for anyone who's struggling emotionally and looking for help―from the nation's leading community-based nonprofit that addresses the needs of those living with mental illness It can be extremely hard to figure out what's going on in our own...

"Teens looking for help in understanding their brains and making positive shifts will find this effective."--Kirkus Reviews Your teen brain is amazing! These fun and easy "brain hacks" will help you make the most of your growing mind, deal with ALL the feelings,...

Imbued with a sense of humor, understanding, and hope, Your Brain Needs a Hug is a judgment-free guide for living well with your mind. My Mad Fat Diary author Rae Earl offers her personalized advice on the A to Zs of mental health, social media, family and...