Coping

This timely volume helps young people understand this complex illness and offers guidance for coping with their own depression as well as that of friends and family.

Upbeat and positive, this resource encourages those with bipolar disorder to take control of their situations rather than let bipolar disorder control them.

Readers will learn to recognize symptoms and common misconceptions, and get advice on how to cope with a learning disability.

"Many people are familiar with the growing effects of climate change on the environment and the physical health of the world's inhabitants. Occurrences like severe storms, temperature shifts, and droughts are making it harder for many people to grow food or live safely. Now the effects of an unstable climate on the mental health of people around the world is also an increasing concern. Psychologists have created a new term for this: ecoanxiety. This . . . resource will enlighten readers about what ecoanxiety is, where it comes from, and what can be done to recognize, treat, and cope with it"--Provided by publisher.

"Readers will learn about the foundations and value of press freedom, be introduced to important investigative reports, get background on historical and recent press controversies, read how easily disinformation can spread, and discover the tools and resources available to help news consumers detect fake news and stop its spread"--Provided by publisher.

A study published in 2018 found that the number of gender-fluid and transgender teens are on the rise and being underestimated by researchers. In a time when a political and media spotlight is cast significantly on teen gender identities, awareness and access to resources are even more important. This illuminating resources highlights that the right to self-define is a civil right. Readers will discover what it means to be gender-fluid and how to dispel predominant myths. They will also learn how to access resources on physical and mental health, as well as safe spaces and the advocate community.

"Civilized societies attempt to take care of the most vulnerable among them. This includes children who have been abused, neglected, or abandoned--who, as a result, may end up in foster care. Readers will come to a more comprehensive understanding of the types of foster care, the benefits and potential pitfalls of such care, and how to navigate within a system designed to safeguard the individuals it serves. Helpful elements that augment the text include a section dispelling common myths surrounding foster care and questions about the system that may be posed to a qualified social worker"--Provided by publisher.

Racial profiling isn't just a problem for one group of people. It's a problem for everyone in America, and the world. The underlying racism that contributes to profiling is a serious issue for people of all colors. This insightful book presents facts and statistics to counter damaging myths, giving readers perspective to understand how racial profiling can happen and what to do about it. Readers will learn how to push back against discrimination, what to do if they ever feel they are a victim of racial profiling, and how to handle the emotional toll that racism causes.

Provides guidance to readers who may have a parent with a disability.

"Details the skills that can help teens cope with living in a homeless shelter and outlines the ways and tools for moving beyond it"--Amazon.