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some families may need to do this workbook together, if a teen is having a hard time focusing on content.

content features comments from teenagers.

Since teenagers often feel alone, it can be helpful to hear from someone who “gets it.” The author uses relatable examples and language geared toward young adults to encourage them to do the exercises.

workbook exercises like goal lists, quizzes, and reflections to help channel nervous energy in a positive and useful way.

education about how anxiety affects your body.

education about what anxiety does to the mind.

It tackles worry with a three-pronged approach:

Format: paperback, spiral-bound, Kindleīeing a teenager is hard enough as it is, without all the extra stresses of life.īut in America, 25% of children between the ages of 13 and 18 years have an anxiety disorder, according to the ADAA.

“worry monster” metaphor may be distressing for some children.

This book won a gold National Parenting Publications Award for the author’s ability to translate complex scientific information into digestible, kid-friendly content. Why we chose itĪnxiety can be a tricky concept to break down for anyone, especially young children. Though, to be fair, with all the engaging drawings and puzzles in this book, your child may just want to go through it at a much quicker pace. This book talks about anxiety in an approachable way to help children accept its presence and establish parameters around it, like putting anxious thoughts into a “worry box.”Ĭonsider introducing at least one chapter a week and using this book to open up the conversation about worry and fear. When kids don’t have the language to talk about anxiety, relatable metaphors can help.

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may not dig deep enough for certain mental health conditions.

addresses anxiety along with depression, anger, and low self-esteem.

incorporates mindfulness-based cognitive behavioral therapy.

exercises like gratitude journaling and emotion-rating scales.

Then, you can review your work at the end and see just how far you’ve come in a short period of time. Numerous worksheets throughout the book mean that you can get to work on the skills you learn about right away. “There is an introductory session to each section which makes it very easy for someone to use the information in a self-help process.” Why we chose it

“They are easy to use and provide a framework for activities to help reduce anxiety,” she says. “I have guided patients through these activities many times,” says Lori Ryland, PhD, a licensed clinical psychologist in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Format: paperback, hardcover, e-textbookĪ favorite in the therapy community, this book has been printed 1.2 million times so far.some users find it distracting to have to read the meditation instructions while trying to meditate.can be used as a reference-style book (open up to a random page).

Readers describe this content as practical, well-formatted, and a handy resource you can use again and again. Why we chose itĪpart from the sheer variety of meditations available, we chose this book because it has more than 6,000 reviews. The exercises in this book range from 5 to 15 minutes, the perfect amount of time to hold your attention if you’re newer to meditation or need a quick dose of calm in your busy schedule. We could all use a little guidance sometimes - and that’s where this book comes in. Research shows that meditation is effective for reducing symptoms of anxiety.īut if the idea of simply setting a timer and listening to your thoughts sounds intimidating, you’re not alone. some exposure therapy exercises may be intimidating for some.sections are easily identified, as they’re organized by color.written by a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT).But as a bonus, this book incorporates elements from acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), to help bridge the gap between your knowledge and the application of that knowledge (i.e., taking real, concrete action). Many titles on anxiety are centered around CBT, an important starting point.

Think science-backed strategies, real-life examples, and tools to help you push through your limits and build confidence. For any of those everyday scenarios, and more, this book is a good option to help you work through your fears. If you were not socially anxious before, 2020 may have changed all that.Įven the bravest among us may find it difficult to give a presentation, ask a stranger for help, or speak up on a first date - especially now.

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