Children’s / Teenage personal and social topics: Anxiety, depression and self-harm

Book SynopsisA deeply moving portrait of one girl's journey from self-harm to self-acceptance from bestselling author, Kathleen Glasgow ‘A haunting, beautiful and necessary book.’ Nicola Yoon, author of Everything, Everything THIS SPECIAL EDITION includes deleted scenes, a playlist and a personal note from the author. While stocks last. Charlie Davis is in pieces. At seventeen, she’s already lost more than most people lose in a lifetime. But she’s learned how to forget it through cutting; the pain washes out the sorrow until there is nothing but calm. She doesn't have to think about her father or what happened under the bridge. Her best friend, Ellis, who is gone forever. Or the mother who has nothing left to give her. Kicked out of a special treatment center when her insurance runs out, Charlie finds herself in the bright and wild landscape of Tucson, Arizona, where she begins the unthinkable: the long journey of putting herself back together. Kathleen Glasgow is also the author of How to Make Friends with the Dark and You'd Be Home Now ‘Girl, Interrupted meets Speak.’ Refinery29 ‘Glasgow’s poetic writing brings Charlie’s mind to life as she tries to find a path to recovery.’ IndependentTrade Review‘Vivid…a difficult, challenging, but important read.’ The School Librarian‘Intimate and gritty…Glasgow mines the darkness and, ultimately, offers the glimmer of recovery’. Irish Times‘This sharp and beautiful portrait of seventeen-year-old Charlie Davis illuminates not only the anxiety of youth but the vulnerability and terror of life in general... Girl in Pieces hurts my heart in the best way possible.’ Amanda Coplin, author of the New York Times bestseller, The Orchardist'A treasure of a novel.’ Swati Avasthi, author of Split and Chasing Shadows'Vivid, devastating and beautifully written.' Julie Schumacher, author of Black Box and NYT bestseller Dear Committee Members

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Book SynopsisHolly Bourne is a bestselling and critically acclaimed author. Inspired by her work with young people, and her own experiences of everyday sexism, Holly is a passionate mental health advocate and proud feminist.Trade ReviewA contemporary, feminist teen story. * The Bookseller *A brutal and brilliant takedown of how we talk about mental illness, feminism, and friendship. * The Guardian *This YA novel takes a very funny and poignant look at OCD, secrets, feminism and friendship. * The Telegraph *An involving look at feminism, friendship and the secrets we hide even from those who know us best. * The Observer *The book every young woman needs on her bookshelf this year. * Red magazine *

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Book SynopsisThere can be a lot to worry about when you are little, from monsters under the bed to Monday's maths test, but one person's scary spider is another's perfect pet, so how can we learn to stop everyday fears and worries from growing out of proportion or even overwhelming us? This book helps children understand why we have different fears and worries and the physical effects they can have on our bodies. It then offers all sorts of fun and helpful activities and strategies to help manage and even overcome them.

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Book SynopsisShow OCD who's boss! Using the exercises in this book, you'll learn how to spot when OCD is stirring up trouble, and how to stop it in its tracks. All 50 activities are designed by an expert therapist for kids aged 8-12 to help you grow your skills to take down OCD - starting with how to recognize compulsions, and building up to using exposure so you can tackle OCD even when it's sleeping. This book also contains helpful info for parents and carers so they can be effective backup while you're working on your OCD skills. Each section of this book shows you how to build a different skill, so you can handle whatever OCD throws at you and build up all your muscles to crush OCD!Trade ReviewSmart, funny, direct, and clear, the best of Natasha Daniels in book form, motivating and empowering children to get on top of even intractable-seeming OCD. -- Dawn Huebner, PhD, Outsmarting Worry and Dr. Dawn's Mini Books About Mighty FearsA good OCD workbook for kids is best judged by whether it would still be a good workbook for adults and Crushing OCD Workbook for Kids does not disappoint. Daniels skillfully strips away a lot of the unnecessary abstractions that pad adult workbooks and articulates the core concepts to a young audience that just needs the facts. OCD is a thought filtering problem, as she explains, and this filter can be further jammed or effectively unjammed. The book leads with building up an awareness of the reader's strengths and guides them step-by-step through the most effective unjamming tools. Kids who utilize this resource (with or without the guidance of a therapist or parent) will come away inspired to take command of their OCD. -- Jon Hershfield, LCMFT, Director of the Center for OCD and Anxiety at Sheppard Pratt and author of When a Family Member Has OCDIn her charming, witty, beautifully illustrated and incredibly practical "Crushing OCD Workbook for Kids," experienced clinician Natasha Daniels has distilled powerful evidence-based tools into fun-size nuggets for kids struggling with OCD. This book will empower kids, their parents, and their therapists to learn about and engage in exposure-based practices that will help them kick their OCD to the curb. Make sure you get this book on your bookshelf! -- Lisa W. Coyne, PhD, Founder and Director, New England Center for OCD and Anxiety (NECOA); Founder and Senior Clinical Consultant, McLean OCD Institute for Children and Adolescents (OCDI Jr)It was a treat to read this book and, without a doubt, it will be of help to many children struggling with OCD. The exercises in each chapter are very well-thought, engaging, and they really guide kids on how to learn and use skills to tackle pesky obsessions! This is a must-have for all families!! -- Patricia E. Zurita Ona, Psy.D., author of The ACT Workbook for Teens with OCDA kid's OCD workbook that makes ERP fun! Natasha explains the science behind what's happening to the brain and gives practical step-by-step tools to WIN against OCD. Recommended reading for caregivers as well. -- Susan Boaz, President, International OCD Foundation

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Book SynopsisThis bright and inviting book contains all sorts of pictures and patterns to colour and get lost in. Aimed primarily at children, it has a cheerful approach and reassuring messages that encourage mindfulness and help calm anxieties. It includes links to music to listen to online, chosen to complement the illustrations to colour, and help the reader focus and unwind.

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Book SynopsisDoes your child appear to worry a lot? Perhaps they have frequent tummy upsets, or are irritable, tearful, angry or withdrawn? Do they have problems concentrating or show a loss of enthusiasm for their usual interests? These could all be signs that your child is struggling with anxiety. This practical guide combines proven cognitive-behavioural therapy methods used by child psychologists in schools with simple activities to help your child to overcome anxiety. It's aimed at children aged 7-11 because a lot happens in these years that can impact a child's emotional well-being, not just now but for years to come. Your child will be guided, with the help of Fiz - a friendly and supportive character they can identify with - through fun and engaging activities which are interspersed with useful tips, inspirational statements and practical information for parents.Trade ReviewThese are excellent, easy-to-read books that are simple to understand and have fun activities that are really helpful. * Juno Magazine, Summer 2018 *They are user friendly, easy to read and well adapted for children between the ages of 7-11. * Thoughts on Life and Love Blog *

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Book SynopsisFeeling sad, scared or angry about climate change? You are not alone. It means that you care. This book helps you harness the power of these emotions and turn them into climate action that will leave you feeling connected, motivated, and powerfully optimistic.You will learn how to:· notice and manage your eco-emotions· become a self-care champion· turn climate anxiety into climate action· inspire others to make changes· and most importantly, enjoy the climate work you do!Your journey starts today. You are unstoppable!Trade ReviewThank you so much for finally making the book I needed in my youth. -- Daze Aghaji, Climate Justice ActivistGrounded in evidence-based hope and realistic steps for the average student of the Earth! As a young person, this is a must-read for every student struggling to understand the climate crisis. It's not easy to talk about it or learn about it. But with this book, I felt like I can relate and have sustainable steps to take to help protect the planet! Building a sustainable future requires thousands of us to understand a complex problem but recognize the solutions have always existed! This book offers the promise of working together to build a climate-positive world that connects science, culture, and hope! -- Isaias Hernandez, Environmental EducatorIf you're looking for an accessible, energetic, and fun approach to the emotional side of climate change, look no further. This book cheers young readers on as it teaches how to harness eco-emotions for meaningful, purposeful, and personally sustainable climate action. It rightfully points out the bright side of the challenge we all face. -- Britt Wray, PhD, author of Generation Dread and Planetary Health Fellow, Stanford University School of MedicineThis team have my respect for writing this book for a younger audience, which addresses an important concern of our time: how to increase climate awareness whilst being mindful of the psychological challenges that come from grappling with climate change. -- Lily Cole, British Actor, Model and EntrepreneurThis book is fun and I hope it reaches lots of new readers! -- Dr. Willough Jenkins, Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at the University of CaliforniaI wish we'd all read this when we were kids, perhaps we would already be living all the Climate solutions. -- Arizona Muse, Supermodel, parent and sustainability activistThe perfect toolkit for families affected by eco-anxiety. It contains engaging facts, great practical ideas, and, through carefully chosen keywords, it manages to concisely unravel tricky sustainability issues. It also clearly explains the importance of self-care for eco-warriors. -- Mireille Digard, Educator and Climate Reality LeaderSuch an important book to alleviate climate anxiety and harness change. -- Anya Hindmarch, Sustainable Fashion Designer, AuthorYou Are Unstoppable is a gift to young people-and to the parents, teachers, and caregivers who love them. Climate change can be an overwhelming topic, but this book navigates the difficult terrain of climate emotions with clarity, compassion, and honesty. Filled with ideas that are both practical and empowering, You Are Unstoppable will help young people learn how to care for themselves and each other while caring for the planet. As a parent, I'm deeply grateful this book exists. -- Elizabeth Berchard, Mom's Clean Air Force and author of Parenting In a Changing ClimateThis is a great resource for young people, to help them cope with climate anxiety & understand how they feel about the climate crisis. Written by two psychologists focusing on how climate change is impacting our mental health, they provide tips and activities to combat climate related worries and turn the anxiety into action. Introducing terms like greenwashing, intersectionality, marginalised groups and climate justice, this is a wonderful book for young people of all ages who want to learn more about the climate justice movement and fight for a better future. There was also a section at the end for parents and educators, exploring ways to communicate with young people about serious topics like climate change and how to make young people feel seen & heard. An overall great resource for everyone wanting to make a difference. -- NetGalley reviewerTable of ContentsIt's Nice to Meet YouHow to Use This Book1. New Bee-haviour2. What is Climate Change?3. Young People Just Like You4. Understanding our Eco-emotions5. Getting Out of Your Head6. Climate Stings7. Let's Flip It8. Self-Care is Your Secret Weapon9. Your Place in The Hive10.Climate Actions: Buzzing Towards Success11.Buzzkills12.Bee UnstoppableBuzzwords (Glossary)How to Support Your Eco-Warriors (For Adults and Educators)

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Book Synopsis''This is the freshest, most honest collection of writings about mental health that I''ve read...searing wit, blinding passion, bleeding emotion and a fantastic, heroic, glorious refusal to lie down and take it'' - Stephen Fry''Reading this book made me feel more normal about the things I feel sometimes...It''s a great book; however you''re feeling, it''ll help'' - Ed Sheeran''This is the book I needed when I was little. May this be a leap forward in the much needed conversation around mental health'' - Jameela Jamil Everyone has a mental health. So we asked:What does yours mean to you? THE RESULT IS EXTRAORDINARY.Over 60 people have shared their stories. Powerful, funny, moving, this book is here to tell you:It''s OK.With writing from: Adam Kay - Alastair Campbell - Alexis Caught - Ben Platt - Bryony Gordon - Candice Carty-Williams - Charlie Mackesy - Charly Cox - Chidera Eggerue - Claire Stancliffe - Davina McCall - Dawn O''Porter - Elizabeth Day - Elizabeth Uviebinené - Ella Purnell - Emilia Clarke - Emma Thompson - Eve Delaney - Fearne Cotton - Gabby Edlin - Gemma Styles - GIRLI (Milly Toomey) - Grace Beverley - Hannah Witton - Honey Ross - Hussain Manawer - Jack Rooke - James Blake - Jamie Flook - Jamie Windust - Jessie Cave - Jo Irwin - Jonah Freud - Jonny Benjamin - Jordan Stephens - Kai-Isaiah Jamal - Kate Weinberg - Kelechi Okafor - Khalil Aldabbas - KUCHENGA - Lauren Mahon - Lena Dunham - Maggie Matic - Martha Lane Fox - Mathew Kollamkulam - Matt Haig - Megan Crabbe - Michael Kitching - Michelle Elman - Miranda Hart - Mitch Price - Mona Chalabi - Montana Brown - Nadia Craddock - Naomi Campbell - Poorna Bell - Poppy Jamie - Reggie Yates - Ripley Parker - Robert Kazandjian - Rosa Mercuriadis - Saba Asif - Sam Smith - Scarlett Curtis - Scarlett Moffatt - Scottee - Sharon Chalkin Feldstein - Shonagh Marie - Simon Amstell - Steve Ali - Tanya Byron - Travon Free - Yomi Adegoke - Yusuf Al Majarhi

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Book Synopsis"An essential mental-health handbook for the next generation" – Vanessa Nakate HOW DOES CLIMATE CHANGE MAKE YOU FEEL? SAD? AFRAID? POWERLESS? GUILTY? YOU'RE NOT THE ONLY ONE FEELING THIS WAY. Drawing on years of experience as a psychoanalyst, Anouchka Grose shares cutting-edge insights on how to manage your eco-anxiety. You’ll find out how to validate your emotions. You’ll learn how to build your resilience. You’ll even discover the comfort that can be found in your community. Ten accessible steps will help you understand your eco-anxiety, and the toolkit at the end of each step will allow you to grow with the knowledge and learn how your are part of the solution. You'll finish this book feeling equipped with the solutions and practical action needed to make a real difference to the planet, to others, and to yourself.Trade Review‘A timely, empowering toolkit for young people everywhere’ – Mya-Rose Craig 'An essential mental-health handbook for the next generation' – Vanessa Nakate 'An invaluable resource' – Tori Tsui ‘This book is brilliant!’ – Dominique Palmer

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Book SynopsisAn interactive activity book for 9–12-year-olds on overcoming anxiety You can conquer your worries. The power is within you! We all experience anxiety from time to time. It can feel overwhelming and uncomfortable, and stops us from doing the things we enjoy – so what on earth can we do about it? Be the Change: Be Calm will show you how to shut down anxiety with fun and simple ways to calm your mind by listening to what your body is telling you. Ever tried the half-salamander exercise? You should! And have you ever performed a body scan? Thought not. These amazing activities along with many others will become your toolkit to a calmer and happier life. Award-winning author Marcus Sedgwick takes us on a fascinating journey to find out where anxiety comes from, looking at the power of storytelling in terms of training our brain to overcome worries. He also shows us what animals can teach us about dealing with stress AND introduces us to our second brain! Hello! It's time to make CALM your superpower. ARE YOU READY TO BE KIND TO YOUR MIND?

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Book SynopsisThe Exam is a funny but serious look at the pressures faced by pupils today, both at school and at home. The play is accompanied by teaching materials containing fantastic ideas for drama work, as well as other activities designed to answer English Framework and NC objectives.The exam is comic look at the pressures put on young people by parents and teachers.Andrew, Chas and Bea are three candidates of mixed ability who find themselves holed up in the same exam hall waiting for their papers to arrive.As the wait lenghens, each has to survive a powerful barrage of self doubt, parental pressure and adult incompetence. They must come to terms with themselves, their peers and parents provoked and helped by 'Ex', the mysterious, disembodied voice of the exam.Trade Review“This new series of plays commissioned by National Theatre Education, in editions containing excellent resources and activities, is long overdue… The Exam is a real gem – funny, relevant, clear-sighted and eminently suitable for either performance or classroom study.”Ink Pellet “The funniest play I have ever read.”TES “Written with school productions in mind, the stage directions give clear instructions about character’s mood, appearance and behaviour, while a comprehensive section of notes suggests a variety of methods young actors can use to reach a better understanding of their characters.”The Guardian “This script contains plenty of multi-cultural and popular culture references, which will help to strengthen its appeal to the age group it is intended for… It is an ideal choice for work by a drama group.”The Secondary English Magazine

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Book SynopsisGrowing up, Astrid’s big sister Cecilie was her whole world. But when Cecilie’s anxiety threatens to swallow her whole, their dynamic shifts. Now Astrid must be the big sister and put her own life on hold to be by Cecilie’s side. With Astrid’s days becoming increasingly consumed by Cecilie’s mental health and her guilt at not being able to help her more, will she still have room for her best friend Jonas and the handsome Greenlandic boy who’s determined to steal her heart? A heart-breaking yet life-affirming story about trying to find your own path without losing loved ones along the way.

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Book SynopsisCome along on this wonderful STEM story that follows Femi as he battles with anxiety and overcomes his fears before Science Day.Meet Femi, a hardworking little boy whose nerves can sometimes get the better of him. One evening, Femi is showing his Grandma the wind machine he has built, but when it doesn''t work his tummy flutters and his legs start to wobble. What if his project doesn''t work on the day? What if his teacher doesn''t like it?Children commonly experience anxiousness. Made in collaboration with Woke Babies, this book aims to normalise this feeling of worry and provide children with a technique to combat it. With vivid illustrations accompanying the inspiring story, this picture book is ideal for children aged 3-5 and will subtly teach them about science and mindfulness.This encouraging STEM book for children offers:- Material that''s made in collaboration with both educational and STEM consultants to ensure that it''s accura

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Book SynopsisHelping children aged nine plus to develop and maintain good mental and physical health.This book aims to help children aged nine and above develop and maintain good mental and physical health. It discusses how to overcome feelings of stress and anxiety and safely navigate the pitfalls of time spent on social media. It encourages children to understand their feelings and look after their brain and body. Hints and tips throughout the book offer quick ways to improve mental health that can be done every day or as often as needed. The text has been approved by consultants working in the field of young people''s mental health at ChildNet, Tavistock Psychotherapists and CAMHS.Table of Contents 1: Be Your Best You 2: Your Brain and Body 3: Your Emotions 4: Beating Stress and Anxiety 5: Social Media and You 6: Glossary 7: Further Information 8: Index

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Book SynopsisCeleste thinks she is the happiest dog in the world. But when she notices something different about her human, Rupert, she wonders if things will ever be the same again.Charmingly illustrated, this heart-warming story for children aged 3+ reflects some of the feelings and experiences that a child whose parent or carer has depression may face. When it comes to periods of low mood in a parent or carer, children can often feel that they are to blame, or even that the parent doesn't love them anymore. The story provides reassurance by explaining what depression is and how it is possible to find help. With a comprehensive guide for parents and professionals written by Dr Pooky Knightsmith that provides advice on discussing the topic with children, this is a truly valuable resource that will be of interest to social workers, child and school counsellors, psychologists, parents and foster parents.

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Book SynopsisAn essential guide to help children become more aware of their emotional needs. This book examines a range of everyday topics that might give children’s minds difficulties, for example: when parents don’t seem to understand us; when we fall out with friends; when school feels boring or difficult; when we’re too busy and get overwhelmed; when our phones create trouble; when we feel sad, bored, anxious or fed up with things. As an atlas to a child’s mind, we explore a range of common scenarios encountered by young children and talk about some of the very best ideas to help deal with them. By offering a sympathetic and supportive framework, we encourage children to open up, explore their own feelings and face the dilemmas of growing up armed with emotional intelligence.

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Book SynopsisThis engaging book is for anyone who's ever felt anxious or afraid, or who's simply wanted to help a friend. Meet a cast of characterful frogs as they hop in and out of a range of relatable scenarios - from not wanting to be alone and being afraid of the dark, to trying to be brave and facing up to their own fears. With beautifully-observed illustrations, friendly text and interactive flaps, children will enjoy sharing the frogs' experiences and learning more about their own feelings.

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Book SynopsisSocial anxiety is a serious-yet often overlooked-form of anxiety commonly experienced by teens. If left untreated, it can lead to a significantly increased risk of developing depression and even addiction in adulthood. In Social Anxiety Relief for Teens, Bridget Flynn Walker presents a five-step cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) program to help teens gain confidence and stop living in fear of social situations.A simple, five-step program to overcome the social anxiety standing between you and a happier, more confident life.Do you worry about what others think of you? Does fear of being judged trigger intense anxiety? If you're one of millions of teens suffering from social anxiety disorder (SAD), you know how it feels to miss out on life because you're avoiding people or situations that you feel like you just can't deal with. The good news is there is a way to free yourself from the fear and uncertainty keeping you from the rich and fulfilling life you deserve.Social Anxiety Relief for Teens offers a simple, five-step cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) program to help you stop your fears and worries from getting the best of you. You'll learn to recognize your triggers and identify the behavior you use to avoid them. Then you'll discover ways to slowly and gently challenge yourself to face anxiety-inducing situations, until you gradually increase your comfort levels. Finally, you'll develop the skills you need to build on your progress and work toward mastering your anxiety.If you're ready to break free from social anxiety and build the self-confidence you'll need to reach your goals, this book will give you the boost you need to get there.In these increasingly challenging times, teens need mental health resources more than ever. With more than 1.6 million copies sold worldwide, Instant Help Books for teens are easy to use, proven-effective, and recommended by therapists.

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Book SynopsisFrom managing social media stress to dealing with pandemics and other events beyond your control, this fully revised and updated edition of The Anxiety Workbook for Teens has the tools you need to put anxiety in its place. In our increasingly uncertain world, there are plenty of reasons for anyone to feel anxious. And as a teen, you’re also dealing with academic stress, social and societal pressures, and massive changes taking place in your body, brain, and emotions. The good news is that there are a lot of effective techniques you can use—both on your own and with the help of a therapist or counselor—to reduce your feelings of anxiety and keep them from taking over your life. Now fully revised and updated, this second edition of The Anxiety Workbook for Teens provides the most up-to-date strategies for managing fear, anxiety, and worry, so you can reach your goals and be your best. You’ll find new skills to help you handle school pressures and social media overload, develop a positive self-image, recognize your anxious thoughts, and stay calm in times of extreme uncertainty. The workbook also includes resources for seeking additional help and support if you need it. While working through the activities in this book, you’ll find tons of ways to help you both prevent and handle your anxiety. Some of the activities may seem unusual at first. You may be asked to try doing things that are very new to you. Just remember—these are tools, intended for you to carry with you and use over and over throughout your life. The more you practice using them, the better you will become at managing anxiety. If you’re ready to change your life for the better and get your anxiety under control, this workbook can help you start today. In these increasingly challenging times, teens need mental health resources more than ever. With more than 1.6 million copies sold worldwide, Instant Help Books for teens are easy to use, proven-effective, and recommended by therapists.

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Book SynopsisDo you worry a lot? Your teens are full of new challenges – peer pressure, exams, wondering what the future holds and everything in between. It’s normal to feel anxious sometimes, but when it starts to affect your health and happiness it’s time to show worry the door and get your life back on track. No More Worries! contains top tips and activities to help you alleviate the symptoms of anxiety and feel better equipped to cope when it strikes, while remaining positively you.

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Book SynopsisI longed to be the hero in the school play, to make new friends and have a big birthday But I've always been stoppedBy the Pain in my Chest An uplifting story of how children can beat those anxious feelings

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Book SynopsisA hilarious new book from the bestselling children''s author - Adrian Mole for the new generation!*''Made me cry with laughter and my heart ache'' Lisa Thompson, author of The Goldfish Boy**''Funniest. Book. Ever'' Ross Welford, author of Time Travelling with a Hamster*Stan is going on holiday to Italy with his (fifth) best friend Felix and a load of strangers.Stan is absolutely terrified.Luckily, his mum''s given him an emergency list that includes how to survive a shark attack, and what to do if he gets kidnapped.Stan thinks that a better list would include how to cope with odd food, and what to do if he accidentally calls Felix''s mum ''mum'' in front of everybody.And it soon turns out Italy is full of dangers and things that can go wrong.One thing''s for certain, Stan''s not going to come back the same boy he left. He just hope he comes back at all . . .Worst. Holiday. Ever is a story about facing fears, dealing with worries, and how it''s OK to be anxious, scared, and sometimes a little bit brave.Trade ReviewMade me cry with laughter and heart ache * Lisa Thompson, author of The Goldfish Boy *Funniest. Book. Ever * Ross Welford, author of Time Travelling with a Hamster *The funniest book of the summer * The Times *

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Book SynopsisIf you've picked up this book, talking is probably pretty hard for you. Maybe you really want to talk but feel too nervous to do it when lots of eyes are on you. Perhaps you can talk to certain people but not others or you can only speak a few words in a soft voice. No matter what you are going through, the tips and activities in this book can help you to feel braver about talking.Selective mutism can be tricky to manage. This workbook helps you and your child formulate a plan for exposure activities, and breaks down talking into attainable steps. It includes examples of games to play while practicing talking and offers sample dialogues to illustrate how to do exposures. Pairing a system of rewards along with the exposures helps your child through the challenge of dealing with those uncomfortable feelings. It discusses different situations and places where talking can be difficult and introduces two children, Emily and Jackson, who are both working hard to tackle their selective mutism.Packed full of activities, worksheets and helpful strategies, this book makes putting in the work of being brave around talking fun!Trade ReviewKudos for Dr. Busman's incredible, child-friendly step-by-step guide, teaching caregivers how to actively engage their kids on the road to recovery from SM. Anxiety no longer has to be a deal-breaker! -- Steven Kurtz, PhD, ABPP, Founder of Brave Buddies and Mighty Mouths Kids & Developer of PCIT Adapted for Selective MutismDr. Rachel Busman lends her expertise through this easy-to-navigate workbook, taking kids on a journey towards increased confidence and bravery. A must-have for all kids and tweens with Selective Mutism. -- Aimee Kotrba, Ph.D., Author of Selective Mutism: An Assessment and Intervention Guide for Therapists, Educators & Parents and Overcoming Selective Mutism: The Parent's Field Guide

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Book SynopsisCollins Big Cat supports every primary child on their reading journey from phonics to fluency. Top authors and illustrators have created fiction and non-fiction books that children love to read. Levelled for guided and independent reading, each book includes ideas to support reading. Teaching and assessment support and eBooks are also available.When Harry's mum gets ill, he worries about her. But even after she gets better, Harry still feels like something awful is about to happen. Anxiety has taken over his life. How can he get back to normal?Sapphire/Band 16 books offer longer reads to develop children''s sustained engagement with texts and are more complex syntactically.Pages 54 and 55 allow children to re-visit the content of the book, supporting comprehension skills, vocabulary development and recall.Ideas for reading in the back of the book provide practical support and stimulating activities.In November 2021, Jo Cotterill caught covid-19 and was extremely ill for several weeks,

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Book SynopsisDoes night-time give you the creeps? Do shadows make you jump with fright? You're not alone. In this book, explore the reasons many people are afraid of the dark and discover simple tips for facing this fear safely. Reassuring facts and helpful photos provide the knowledge young readers need to face their fear of the dark.

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Book SynopsisCute photographs of animals combined with tips on life skills will help kids build up their resilience skillsTable of Contents 1: What is anxiety? 1: What is self-esteem? 1: Talk about it 1: Have a plan 1: Try new things 1: Build your confidence 1: Be yourself 1: Control your worries 1: Be an optimist 1: Accept criticism 1: Make friends 1: Eat right and exercise 1: Love being you 1: Be resilient! 1: Notes for parents, carers and teachers 1: Glossary, websites and index

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Book SynopsisA novel for young adults about a 16-year old living with Tourette Syndrome and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.Trade Review"Told in the first person, this powerful novel takes readers into the emotional and physical depths of TS, feeling every pain and twitch. . . .This #OwnVoices novel gives insight into living with these conditions, and readers will ponder how friendship means more than being “perfect.”—School Library Journal "This story by an author with Tourette syndrome delivers a painfully realistic depiction of living with chronic conditions, trying to fight them, and being bullied for them. . . . Although the hopeful ending feels too quick and tidy, Troy’s first-person narrative shows understanding of neurodiverse individuals. . . . An authentic and compassionate look at the ups and downs of teenage life and living with Tourette syndrome."—Kirkus

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Book SynopsisLearn how changing your mindset can change your life! Do you ever give up when things are difficult? Sometimes we all say things like, “I’m bad at math, so there’s no point in studying” or “I can’t change—so why bother trying.” This is called having a fixed mindset. When you have a fixed mindset, you take failure as evidence that you’re not good at something. On the other hand, a growth mindset is a way of viewing yourself and the world that says, “I may not know how to do this now, but with effort, I can learn.” People with a growth mindset believe they can learn from challenges and setbacks—that they have constant potential for growth, change, and improvement. So, how can you develop a growth mindset? Written by experts in growth mindset and neuroscience, this easy-to-use workbook will show you how to change the way you think, so you can change your life. You’ll learn powerful, proven-effective skills for coping with difficult feelings—including sadness, worry, and anger. And, most importantly, you’ll find the tools you need to transform a fixed mindset into a growth mindset, make change happen, and reach your highest aspirations. If you want to go from “No, I can’t do it,” to “Yes, bring it on!” this workbook will show you how to build a growth mindset and boost your confidence, so you can be your very best. Look out, world!

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Book SynopsisNow fully revised and updated, including new and fun activities for dealing with school anxiety, social media overwhelm, bullying, and more. Being a teen is hard enough without anxiety getting in the way. Not only are you changing more than ever before—physically and mentally—you’re also facing an increasing number of global issues, such as pandemics, school violence, and climate change. On top of all these big events, if you suffer from panic attacks, chronic worry, and feelings of isolation, it can be very difficult to meet your goals and succeed. The good news is there are real, powerful ways that you can take control of your anxiety—and your life! In this second edition of Mindfulness for Teen Anxiety, psychologist and learning specialist Christopher Willard offers teens like you proven-effective, mindfulness-based practices to help you cope with your anxiety, identify common triggers (such as dating, social media, or school performance), learn valuable time-management skills, and feel more calm at home, in school, and with friends. You’ll learn doable skills for dealing with specific situations that cause anxiety, such as public speaking, taking tests, meeting new people, and more. You’ll also discover special breathing exercises to help you stay calm in moments of panic, and guided visualization exercises to be cool and collected, even in the tensest situations. If you are ready to move past your anxiety, panic, and worry and start being your best, this workbook will be your guide—every step of the way.

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Book SynopsisPractical and simple activities to help you break free from the anxious, intrusive, and unwanted thoughts that feed your anxiety and depression, so you can reach your goals and thrive!Are negative, anxious thoughts getting in the way of living your life? You’re not alone. The teen years are full of changes and challenges—especially in today’s uncertain world. It’s no wonder, then, that teens are feeling more anxious than ever! The good news is that you can move beyond these worrying thoughts, and get back to the things that matter.Based in evidence-based cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), this workbook offers a personalized approach to help you move past anxious thoughts for good. You’ll learn how to change unhelpful and destructive thinking “habits,” stop seeing your thoughts as all-powerful “facts,” and manage the difficult emotions that can accompany these thoughts. Most importantly, you’ll discover how to defeat toxic negativity, and find strength in positivity—so you can move forward in life with confidence!If you’re ready to stop letting your anxious thoughts control your life and keep you from being your very best, this workbook can show you how.In these increasingly challenging times, kids and teens need mental health resources more than ever. With more than 1.6 million copies sold worldwide, Instant Help Books are easy to use, proven-effective, and recommended by therapists.

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Book SynopsisA thoughtful and moving novella of love, loss and learning when to let go, from the YA ‘queen of emotional suspense’ Cat Clarke. When Agnes made a promise to her girlfriend Ellie, she thought they would be together forever. One year later, Agnes is keeping that promise and it's put her in a situation she never could have predicted; climbing a desolate mountain, in miserable weather, with Ellie and her new boyfriend Steve. But when the weather takes a threatening turn and the sky-high tension between the trio hits its peak, Agnes will have to push herself further than she ever thought was possible…A gripping and moving story of love, loss and finding yourself from an award-winning YA author. Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant or dyslexic readers aged 14+Trade Review"A quick, punchy, atmospheric read" – Karen McCombie "From the opening line, there is great drama and suspense in this novella …This well paced story is told with great dialogue, interior monologue and spot-on humour" – CBI, Recommended Reads "Powerful writing that effectively paints each well-rounded character … Strongly recommended" – The Letterpress Project "Perfectly depicts the struggles faced by teenagers, including their identities, self-esteem, and relationships" – Roachie's Reviews "This book delved into multiple issues in one go, death and loss, sexuality, relationships, friendship and facing a tough situation too. I highly recommend this for quick thrilling read" – Being Unique Being Me, Blog

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Book SynopsisA chapter book retelling the story of Moses, who felt anxious about being called to lead a nation out of Egypt. But God cares, providing constant reassurance and support through others around him. A reassuring story to help older children reflect and talk to people they trust about when they feel uncertain, and the support they need to build their confidence, including help from God The 'God cares' series provides a Biblical approach to discussing emotions and behaviour with children to nurture an attitude of wellness. Children at different ages approach things differently in their stages of emotional development, so this series works at two different levels: illustrated Readers aimed at 5-7 year olds and Chapter books aimed at 8+ years. Please note that children progress at different reading abilities and stages of emotional development so the age ranges are only a guide for parents and carers. The Bible stories are retold reflecting on the emotions and encourages children to discuss and relate this within their situations. Sections at the back provide a reflective space for children and practical advice for parents and carers. Debbie Duncan, author of The Art of Daily Resilience and Brave, is a nurse and a teacher, and mother of four children. She has considerable insight into what constitutes resilience and bravery: the ability to cope, to stay on course, to bounce back. In her books she considers what is required for physical, mental, and spiritual durability, interweaving biblical teaching, prayers, with personal anecdote and sound advice. This she now applies specifically to support parents and carers raising children.

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Book SynopsisCo-written with psychologists and a college student who has experienced anxiety herself, this is a relatable and straightforward guide to managing worry in emerging adulthood. As well as providing tried-and-tested advice and exercises that are proven to reduce feelings of anxiety, it includes recovery stories from people who have managed their symptoms successfully. It begins with what is difficult and challenging about young adulthood and how you can deal with uncertainty in life. It goes on to examine change and challenges, giving tips about what can help in specific scenarios such as exams, relationships, leaving home and interviews. The guide also includes strategies and techniques for coping with panic attacks; self-care; and calming your mind.The guide uses a range of evidence-based approaches, including CBT, DBT, Compassion Focused Approaches and Mindfulness so you can work out the techniques that are best for you. The signposting included throughout guides young adults towards further support. This is essential reading for any young person experiencing anxiety, worry or going through a difficult transition or stressful experience.Trade ReviewThe anxiety survival guide has helped me understand the decisions I make and how they affect my behaviours allowing me to take a new approach to deal with anxiety and begin living life, not just surviving through the real world situations that all of us face in adulthood. -- Anna-Louise Edwards, Expert by ExperienceThe Anxiety Survival Guide is a great read, full of helpful and practical ideas to support young people navigate the transition to adulthood and better understand the impact this has on their mental health, reminding us all it is OK to not be OK. -- Julie Bentley, Chief Executive of Action for ChildrenFull of evidence-based advice, practical tips and exercises, this book is a great resource for the university and college sector. Not only is it an invaluable self-help guide for students, those who support students professionally or those studying to be mental health professionals should also find it useful. -- Steven Pryjmachuk, Professor of Mental Health Nursing, The University of ManchesterThis is an excellent practical and down to earth guide to managing anxiety for young people and young adults. It's full of brilliant tips and is realistic about the challenges of implementing them. A must read for those experiencing anxiety as they transition to adulthood. -- Jo Steer, author of Supporting Kids & Teens with Exam Stress in SchoolBridie, Sue and Phoebe are friendly and practical in their approach and provide a wide range of questions and suggestions which will boost the understanding, skills and confidence of any young adult living with anxiety. -- Dr Pooky Knightsmith Mental Health Advisor, Author Speaker & Educator Vice Chair - Children and Young People’s Mental Health CoalitionTable of ContentsPart One: Why adulthood can make us anxious; 1: What's so hard about being an adult?; 2: Dealing with all the stuff you can't possibly know; Part Two: The challenges of adulthood: A how-to guide; 3: Getting out and making friends; 4: What can I do with anxious thoughts?; 5: I can't focus! How to study with anxiety; 6: What about moving out?; 7: Surviving (to thriving) interviews; 8: Workplace worries; Part Three: Anxiety in adulthood: Some top tips; 9: A quick guide to panic attacks; 10: 'A little bit OCD'; 11: So how do I stay calm and healthy?; 12: What is this mindfulness all about?; 13: Where can I get some extra help?; Appendix I: Living a life that fits with your values; Appendix II: Testing out your safety behaviours; Appendix III: Thought challenging sheet; Appendix IV: Compassionate other exercise; Appendix V: Positive activities list; Appendix VI: Self-care plan

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Book SynopsisThis workbook, based on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), teaches teens with OCD new skills to handle the stream of pesky obsessions that show up in their mind.It presents the Choice Point - a tool to help teens choose how to handle those tricky moments when dealing with unwanted thoughts. Chapter by chapter, teens learn powerful skills to unhook from their obsessions, including exposure exercises and strategies for accepting their emotions, and complete activities to help them overcome their compulsions, avoidant behaviors, and requests for accommodations. With real-life examples and tons of fun activities, this workbook shows that fears, worry and nervousness are a part of life and gives teens the skills to choose how to respond to their obsessions and move towards the stuff they really care about. Making applying ACT and ERP skills fun, it encourages them to face their fears and live life to the full.Trade ReviewDr. Zurita Ona has crafted an impressive, easy-to-read, and extremely informative book to support adolescents with OCD. Following an ACT framework, concepts are clearly presented, evidence-based, and likely to be of great help. -- Eric Storch, Ph.D. McIngvale Presidential Endowed Chair & Professor, Vice Chair & Head of Psychology, Menninger Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Baylor College of MedicineIf ever there is a time choice is critically important, it's during adolescence--but choice can be particularly difficult for those with OCD. The ACT Workbook for Teens with OCD tackles exactly this. Using evidence-based therapy concepts, Dr. Zurita-Ona beautifully teaches teens how and why to make life-affirming choices that diminish the power of OCD and give rise to a full and meaningful life. A must-read for teens living with OCD. -- Jill A. Stoddard, PhD – Author of Be Mighty: A Woman’s Guide to Liberation from Anxiety, Worry, and Stress Using Mindfulness and Acceptance and co-author of The Big Book of ACT MetaphorsIf you are a teen struggling with OCD, this book is for you! Dr. Z. will guide you through simple, engaging, step-by-step experiences to identify what matters to you and learn how to do more of it, turning OCD into background noise along the way. -- Dr. Sheri Turrell, C. Psych, Clinical Psychologist, owner of Life in Balance Therapy, Adjunct Lecturer, Dept. of Psychiatry, University of Toronto, ACT Trainer, Co-author of ACT for AdolescentsThis book is a gamechanger! I have put it on my "must-read" list for my teen clients, their parents, and for any therapist working with individuals with OCD. This gem of a book is engaging, easy-to-read, and contains essential research-based tools to help teens recognize how to use their own strength, values, and their power of choice as weapons against the pain and suffering caused by OCD. I love that it can be used by teens and their families on its own or as a companion guide to use with a therapist. -- - Dr. Allison Solomon, Psy.D. Licensed Psychologist Director and founder of The Virtual Center for Anxiety & OCDThis book should be on every OCD Therapist's shelf! This workbook is such a wonderful addition to anyone trying to help a teen with OCD. It provides a simple and engaging way to view OCD and offers concrete ways to work on it. It is definitely a book I will be recommending! -- Natasha Daniels, LCSW Child and Teen OCD Therapist Author of Anxiety Sucks: A Teen Survival GuideDr. Z's teen-friendly workbook introduces the reader to OCD, ACT, Choice Points, and a large toolbox of skills through cartoon illustrations, diagrams, case presentations, quizzes, games and exercises. Engaging and informative, teens will find this workbook helpful in learning to better manage their OCD symptoms. -- Allen H. Weg, EdD, Founder and Director of Stress and Anxiety Services of New Jersey, author of "OCD Treatment Through Storytelling," President, OCD New JerseyTable of ContentsLETTER TO TEENS; LETTER FOR PARENTS; LETTER FOR THERAPISTS; HOW TO USE THIS WORKBOOK; SECTION 1: THE BEGINNING; 1.1: The Basics About OCD; 1.2: The Basics Of Treatment And This Workbook; 1.3: Why Do I Have To Deal With OCD?; 1.4: Why Do I Have To Deal With Fear?; SECTION 2: THE CHOICE POINT MEETS OCD; 2.1: Getting To Know Your OCD; 2.2: Getting Familiar With The Choice Point!; Takeaways!; SECTION 3: MEETING THE "ANNOYING OBSESSIONS"; 3.1: Unwanted Annoying Thoughts; 3.2: Unsolicited Bizarre Images; 3.3: Uninvited Urges; Takeaways!; SECTION 4: ARE YOU HOOKED?; 4.1: Buying Tickets To Compulsion City!; 4.2: Running As Fast You Can To Avoidance City!; 4.3: Asking For Accommodations; 4.4: Checking The Costs Of Getting Hooked; Takeaways!; SECTION 5: CHOOSING TO LIVE YOUR LIFE! ; 5.1: Choosing The Stuff You Care About!; 5.2: Doing The Stuff You Care About!; 5.3: Checking Your Fightonometer When Doing Stuff You Care About; Takeaways!; SECTION 6: GETTING UNHOOKED!; 6.1: Picturing And Naming Your Obsessions!; 6.2: Watching Your Obsessions In Front Of You; 6.3: Putting Your Obsessions-In-Action!; 6.4: Saying Your Obsessions; 6.5: Singing Your Obsessions; 6.6: Writing Down Your Obsessions; 6.7: Teasing Your Obsessions; 6.8: Scrambling Up Your Obsessions; 6.9: Refocusing Your Attention; 6.10: Hanging In There With Those Awful Feelings!; 6.11: Agreeing To Get Out Of Your Safety Country; 6.12: Messing Around With Compulsions; Takeaways!; SECTION 7: SPECIALIZED UNHOOKING SKILLS: EXPOSURE; 7.1: A Word About "Values-Guided Exposures"; 7.2: Creating Your Values-Guided Exposures Dashboard; 7.3: Using A Situation For Values-Guided Exposures; 7.4: Using Your Imagination For Values-Guided Exposures; 7.5: Using Your Body For Exposures; 7.6: Mixing Your Values-Guided Exposures Up!; Takeaways!; SECTION 8: MOVING FORWARD WITH YOUR LIFE; 8.1: Discovering "Values-Guided Exposures On-The-Go"; 8.2: Moving Forward With Your Life; 8.3: Finding An Ally!; 8.4: Treating Yourself With Kindness!; 8.5: Getting Out Of Your Mind And Into Your Life; 8.6: Finding Your Choice Point In Life; THE END!; APPENDICES; Appendix 1: Choice Point Graphic; Appendix 2: Unhooking Log; Appendix 3: Values-Guided Exposure Reflecting Form; Appendix 4: Values-Guided Exposure Using Your Imagination Form; Appendix 5: Values-Guided Exposure On-The-Go Tracker!; Appendix 6: Answer Guide To Activities; FURTHER RESOURCES FROM DR. Z.; ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

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Book SynopsisWhat should I be aware of when trying new foods?Am I ready to change my eating patterns?How can I eat with other people?Food can come with all sorts of challenges - sensory issues, social pressure, loss of control - and so making choices about what foods to eat, and coping with mealtimes can be stressful - especially when other people are involved.If you are neurodivergent and looking to change your relationship with food, this interactive, accessible guide is the perfect companion. You might stick to the same 'safe' foods all the time, be attached to specific mealtime rituals, or struggle to know whether you are hungry or full. This guide will help you recognise the signs of avoidant eating, cope with food related anxieties and manage sensory overload, as well as the particular social stresses of communal eating.With top tips, a progress tracker, quizzes and worksheets, this is an engaging and informative resource for teens and parents alike.Trade ReviewThis is a great book for neurodivergent teenagers who struggle with eating and want to change this. It is full of useful information, practical tips, helpful worksheets and most importantly - puts YOU in charge! -- Dr Rachel Bryant-Waugh, Clinical Lead ARFID Team, Maudsley Centre for Child and Adolescent Eating Disorders, London, UKTable of ContentsIntroduction 1. Why me? 2. Am I ready? 3. Moving on - managing my sensory challenges 4. Moving on - managing my anxiety 5. How can I try a new food? 6. How can I eat with other people? 7. What can I do next? 8. What have I learnt?

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Book SynopsisThis is not your average activity book because it's not only heaps of fun but it will also teach you some amazing life skills to help you take control of your worries Worries come in all shapes and sizes and can creep up on us when we least expect them. They are like little clouds that float above our heads that seem at once menacing and threatening, stopping us from doing the things we really want and spoiling our fun. The Worry Workbook is here to help by explaining what worry is, offering creative ways to calm and distract yourself when worry strikes.- Make a worry camera that captures fears and shrinks them into a manageable size. - Colour in a mood tracker that explores the rainbow of everyday emotions. - Write on the magic mirror of compliments to help recognize your strengths. - Create your very own list of anti-worry actions to fight fear and keep smiling. Parents, this is for you: This book has been peer reviewed by a child psychologist, and there are explainers throughout just in case your child has questions about the activities.

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Book SynopsisTired of Teen Anxiety is a step-by step guide for teens on how to come to terms with anxiety, do the things that matter to them and get on with living their lives. Drawing on principles of mindfulness and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), the authors describe sophisticated, evidence-based clinical techniques in accessible language - giving teens a toolkit for turning towards their anxiety in positive ways. By acknowledging that difficult thoughts and feelings are a normal part of being human, rather than something that we must try to stamp out or wish away, they normalise the everyday struggles of anxious young people so they can learn to create a new relationship with their anxiety that allows them to fulfil their potential and enjoy every day of their lives. The material is presented in an engaging and appealing style with illustrations, plentiful exercises and downloadable audio.Table of ContentsIntroduction – Let’s talk 1. Getting to know your anxiety 2. Our brains as threat detectors 3. More on mindfulness 4. Control and avoidance 5. Values – what you care about 6. Building a better compass (Discovering your Discoverer) 7. Letting go of the fight with anxiety 8. Getting to know your travelling companion 9. Taming the voice of your travelling companion 10. Your thoughts do not define you 11. Breaking out of the anxiety cage 12. Saying yes and meaning it 13. Nobody’s perfect – practising self-kindness

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Book SynopsisFinn LOVES adventures and having fun!But when he starts to have 'cheeky worries', a Wise Owl knows just what to do...Cheeky worries are those sneaky thoughts that pop up when you're least expecting it. You might be getting ready for bed, playing with friends at the park or having fun on the bus when suddenly a scary thought pops into your head. Through the character of Finn and a wise owl, this book equips children and adults with a common language to discuss their emotional worlds and worries. It gently introduces psychological principles and evidence-based techniques that help children ages 4-8 develop resilience and deal with anxiety.

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Book SynopsisMany children are afraid of baddies and villains who do, in fact, do hurtful things. But sometimes fear far outstrips danger, and even children who are safe feel apprehensive all the time. Facing Mighty Fears About Baddies and Villains teaches 3 steps to help manage ongoing fears. Fun Facts engage children, while a Note to Parents and Caregivers and supplemental Resource section make this the perfect guide for parents and mental health professionals.This book is part of the Dr. Dawn's Mini Books About Mighty Fears series, designed to help children ages 6-10 tackle their fears and live happier lives.Trade ReviewDawn Huebner explains worry and fear to children with a tone that is confident, warm and straight-forward. Never condescending, always creative, and packed full of examples and instructions, the Mighty Fears books teach children and caring adults how to move forward with a plan. She knows kids, she knows worry, and she knows what helps. -- Lynn Lyons, psychotherapist, author, speaker and Flusteclux podcast ownerDawn Huebner is my go-to author when helping anxious kids. -- Natasha Daniels, LCSW, creator of atparentingsurivival.comUsing proven CBT Strategies, this new series offers countless ideas for exposure, helping readers feel understood and empowered. -- Bonnie Zucker, PsyD, author of Anxiety-Free KidsNobody writes for anxious children like Dawn Huebner. These books are a must. -- Eli R. Lebowitz, PhD, author of Breaking Free of Child Anxiety and OCD

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Book SynopsisMany children avoid taking on challenges, melting down when the going gets tough. But doing things you aren't very good at is one of the best ways to keep your brain healthy and strong. That means it's okay to mess up, and fumble, and fail. In fact, you should do these things. Mistakes are exactly what your brain needs to grow. Facing Mighty Fears About Making Mistakes helps 6-10-year-olds get more comfortable with imperfection. Fun Facts about famous mistakes engage children, while a Note to Parents and Caregivers and supplemental Resource Section make this the perfect guide for parents and mental health professionals.This book is part of the Dr. Dawn's Mini Books About Mighty Fears series designed to help children ages 6-10 tackle their fears and live happier lives.Trade ReviewAnother great book from the jedi master of resources for anxious children. The most accessible discussion of neuroplasticity I've seen. -- John Randolph, PhD, author of The Brain Health Book: Using the Power of Neuroscience to Improve Your LifeThrough this book, children learn 4 steps to building new brain pathways that will allow them to practice and become experts at making mistakes. Dr. Dawn includes several examples of real-life inventors and celebrities who succeeded at failing by making many mistakes! The book is fun and easy to follow and ends with several helpful tips for parents as well as resources for the whole family. "Stick-to-it-iveness" is a key value for many families and Dr. Dawn's book provides a fun way for kids and their parents to actually learn and practice the skills needed to increase resilience. There's no manual for parenting, but Dr. Dawn's series aims to provide direction for curious families when it comes to skill building and facing big emotions. -- Lilia Andrew, PhD, Director, Research in Anxiety Disorders Program at Children's National Hospital

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Book SynopsisOnce upon a time, in a kingdom far away, there lived an elf. The elf was a shoemaker, and her shoes were admired around the kingdom. The elf was confident at her job, until one day the Princess ordered a pair of shoes for the Royal Ball. Putting pressure on herself and comparing her work to her friends' on 'Elfstagram', the elf is worried that her shoes will not be perfect.The Elf, The Princess and the Impossible Shoe explores childhood perfectionism and the anxiety that it can cause, and offers children aged 5+ effective tools to deal with their feelings. It also contains a guide for parents and professionals, giving expert advice on how to use the book to aid discussion on this topic.Trade ReviewThis lovely story shares the experience of perfectionism in a normalising and engaging way, with fun and vibrant illustrations and lots of helpful and practical ideas both within the story and the adult guide that follows. -- Dr Suzanne Barrett, Creative Child Therapy Workshops and co-author of Creative Ways to Help Children Manage Big Feelings and Creative Ways to Help Children Manage Anxiety.Beautifully written and illustrated, this delightful book is a contemporary tale about trying our best, not comparing ourselves to others and embracing our 'imperfect' attempts. -- Dr Fiona Zandt, Creative Child Therapy Workshops and author of the Creative Ways to Help Children books series for therapists.

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Book SynopsisAn empowering and confidence-boosting book for young people on howto live your best life and get over hurdles that slow you down,from Jessie Yendle, beauty and self confidence boosting influencerAKA That Girl with the Stammer on TikTok.

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Book SynopsisHelping children aged nine plus to develop and maintain good mental and physical healthTable of Contents 1: Be Your Best You 2: Your Brain and Body 3: Your Emotions 4: Beating Stress and Anxiety 5: Social Media and You 6: Glossary 7: Further Information 8: Index

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Book SynopsisEmpower kids to manage anxiety! We might not know what the future holds, but the lyrical rhyming text in this beautiful book reassures readers that they have the resilience and strength to face whatever comes their way. Whimsical illustrations make for a captivating read-aloud or bedtime story. Inspired by the author’s own experience with anxiety, this book offers gentle wisdom applicable to both children and adults. End matter includes a discussion guide and activity ideas for managing worries. Trade Review“An inspiring, visually appealing read filled with tools to help manage uncertainty” – Kirkus Reviews “In rhymes that first acknowledge and then reassure, Gardyn Levington counsels fortitude in the face of the unknown” – Publishers Weekly “It’s a book I have read over and over, and each time I do it feels brand new. Beautiful. Beautiful. Beautiful” – Matthew Winner, podcaster & reviewer “What a beautiful, lyrical, inclusive way to empower and encourage children to face what may come with calm confidence that they can overcome challenges and look forward to tomorrow” – Kit Little, executive administrator of the New Atlantic Independent Booksellers Association (NAIBA) “Whatever Comes Tomorrow belongs in the offices of every school counselor and child therapist” – Donna Cangelosi, Psy.D. Child Psychologist “As a psychotherapist, I cannot recommend this book highly enough” – Lisa Perron, LICSW., psychotherapist specializing in cognitive behavioral therapy, particularly in the treatment of anxiety “Whatever Comes Tomorrow is a timely addition to children’s literature given the critical need to increase focus on children’s mental health” – Carrie Spindel Bashoff, PsyD “This beautifully illustrated book offers a reminder that it is okay to feel worried, scared, or unsure while fostering resilience and gently encouraging young children to face their fears” – Rachel Merson, Psy.D. Licensed Clinical Psychologist

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Book SynopsisPut an end to self-harming behaviors—once and for all. Do you cut or self-harm? Do you feel like it gives you a sense of control in a world where we so often feel helpless and powerless? Do you do it to distract from emotional pain, or just feel something other than total numbness? There’s a long list of reasons why you may self-harm. But regardless of the reason or the method, the truth is that self-harm is a destructive—and potentially deadly—way to deal with emotional pain. Fortunately, there are better and safer ways to manage your emotions. In The DBT Skills Workbook for Teen Self-Harm, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) expert Sheri Van Dijk offers powerful skills to help you manage your emotions, so you won’t have to rely on self-destructive behaviors. Whether you’re actively engaging in self-harm by injuring your body, or participating in other self-harming behaviors such as substance abuse or disordered eating, this workbook will help you create your own action plan for change. This workbook will guide you through four essential DBT skills: ·Mindfulness shows you how to experience emotion without having to act on it ·Distress tolerance teaches you how to deal with the urge to self-harm ·Emotional regulation allows you to understand and control painful feelings ·Interpersonal effectiveness helps you build self-respect and minimize feelings of worthlessness and hopelessness Life can be painful, but you don’t need to face this pain all on your own. With support, and the skills outlined in this workbook, you’ll gain the tools you need to manage difficult thoughts and feelings in safer, healthier ways.

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Book SynopsisIn this powerful story from Christine Baldacchino, author of Morris Micklewhite and the Tangerine Dress, a young girl navigates social anxiety at family gatherings and works with her father to find a solution. Violet Shrink doesn’t like parties. Or bashes, or gatherings. Lots of people and lots of noise make Violet’s tummy ache and her hands sweat. She would much rather spend time on her own, watching the birds in her backyard, reading comics or listening to music through her purple headphones. The problem is that the whole Shrink family loves parties with loud music and games and dancing. At cousin Char’s birthday party, Violet hides under a table and imagines she is a shark gliding effortlessly through the water, looking for food. And at Auntie Marlene and Uncle Leli’s anniversary bash, Violet sits alone at the top of the stairs, imagining she is a slithering snake way up in the branches. When Violet learns that the Shrink family reunion is fast approaching, she finally musters up the courage to have a talk with her dad. In this thoughtful story about understanding and acceptance, Christine Baldacchino’s warm text demonstrates the role imagination often plays for children dealing with anxiety, and the power of a child expressing their feelings to a parent who is there to listen. Carmen Mok’s charming illustrations perfectly capture Violet’s emotions and the vibrancy of her imagination. A valuable contribution to books addressing mental health. Correlates to the Common Core State Standards in English Language Arts: CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.2.3 Describe how characters in a story respond to major events and challenges.Trade ReviewChristine Baldacchino and Carmen Mok have given introverts and shy children the opportunity to see themselves and be accepted as they are. * CanLit for Little Canadians *A calm, effective model for stating—and listening to—needs. * Kirkus Reviews *Carmen Mok’s illustrations, rendered in gouache, color pencil and graphite pencil, add charm and provide a very detailed, fantastical addition to the story. … Books like Violet Shrink can serve as starting points for discussion with children and can serve as essential tools for parents and teachers alike in addressing anxiety. * CM Review of Materials *Refreshingly, the book centers on a character whose shyness and anxiety are not 'overcome'; rather, they are accepted and understood. * School Library Journal *

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Book SynopsisA powerful coming-of-age tale about adjusting to disability, overcoming adversity, and discovering the power of female friendship for fans of The Running Dream

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Book SynopsisFor effective use, this book should be purchased alongside the guidebook. Both books can be purchased together as a set, My Brilliant Brain: A Storybook and Guide for Understanding Anxiety and Implementing Self-Calming, 978-1-032-06903-6A-myg-da-la â Amygdala. But I just say Myg. I want to tell you about Myg. How Myg looks out for me, how Myg helps to keep me safe and why Myg is always there. And why sometimes Myg works too hard and I have to take charge! This charming storybook introduces Myg the Amygdala within the context of âmy brilliant brainâ â giving children usable knowledge to help them understand what happens when they feel worried or anxious.Alongside vibrant and engaging illustrations, this book: Teaches children what anxiety is, where it comes from and why it happens. Provides easy to understand and relatable context so that children can correctly identify and anticipate their emotions, helping them to understand that they can be in control of their feelings, their thoughts and their actions. Shares simple strategies and encouragement for children to manage their anxiety and self-calm, teaching them that they do not have to be controlled and limited by their fears and anxieties. Communicates that everyone feels anxiety and itâs OK to ask for help. Designed for use alongside the guidebook titled My Brilliant Brain: A Practical Resource for Understanding Anxiety and Implementing Self-Calming, this book will be an important tool for teachers, support staff, therapists and parents seeking to enhance childrenâs resilience, wellbeing and emotional health development.Table of ContentsMyg and Me: Understanding Anxiety and Implementing Self-Calming

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