stress in adolescence

Offers teens an overview of the symptoms and potential dangers associated with overscheduling and stress, explaining the mental, physical, and emotional problems that can stem from stress; and describing ways to control and maintain healthy stress levels.

Discusses the different types of stress that can affect teenagers, the anxiety and depression that may result, and ways of coping with these situations.

Presents firsthand accounts of real teens' stressful situations and explains how to handle stress, discussing the personalities of stress, behavioral reactions to stress, coping skills, reaching out to others, and prevention and intervention skills.

Discusses the causes and symptoms of teenage stress and ways of measuring and dealing with it.

Looks at some of the causes of self-mutilation, its most common forms, and methods of treatment.

Combines personal stories with research to examine the pressures faced by teenage females, discussing how expectations, cultural trends, and mixed messages are leading to a high number of girls experiencing aggression, eating disorders, depression, and other negative effects, and providing advice on how to help.

Presents a practical guide for teens that describes ways in which to handle the stress of school, family, dating and relationship issues, deadlines, peer pressure, and much more.

Discusses the issues of stress and stress management, providing a definition of the problem, examining its effects on teens, and offering advice to young people on how to deal with stress in themselves and others. Includes addresses and Internet sites for further information and assistance.

Presents thirteen true stories by teens suffering from anxiety and addresses ways to deal with overwhelming worry.

Discusses the importance of balancing work and play in the teen years, offering tips on managing stress, dealing with pressure, and making time for studies, jobs, family and friends, hobbies, and leisure activities.