Teen mental health : an encyclopedia of issues and solutions / Len Sperry, editor.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Sperry, Len, editor.

Series:

Gale eBooks

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Psychology.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (xiii, 396 pages) : illustrations

Edition:

3rd ed.

Distribution:

London : Bloomsbury Publishing (UK), 2023.

Place of Publication:

Westport, CT : Greenwood, 2011.

System Details:

text file HTML

Summary:

This encyclopedia provides a concise introduction to the mental health topics of greatest concern to adolescents. It offers young readers the information they need to better understand mental disorders and the importance of psychological well-being. Addressing mental illness and prioritizing psychological well-being are important at any age, but the teen years present unique challenges. Hormonal changes, peer pressure, and the demands of school and a busy social life combined with many other factors put adolescents at high risk for mental health problems. Certain disorders, such as depression and anxiety, are particularly prevalent in this age group, as are risky behaviors like substance abuse, self-harm, and distracted driving. Today's teens also face uniquely modern threats to their psychological well-being, such as Internet addiction and social media-induced fear of missing out (FOMO). Yet there are also ample opportunities for adolescents to strengthen their mental health and resiliency through such practices as meditation, activism, and youth leadership. Teen Mental Health: An Encyclopedia of Issues and Solutions is a ready-reference guide to the mental health topics that most affect the lives of American teens in the 21st century. Entries are accessibly written and feature extensive cross-referencing and helpful further reading lists. This volume also offers a collection of recommended resources, including a number of hotlines for teens in crisis.

Contents:

List of Entries Preface Acknowledgments Entries Recommended Resources About the Editor and Contributors Index

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

9798216185161

9798216184898

9781440876882

1440876886

OCLC:

1319834681