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“Every man's work, whether it be literature or music or pictures or architecture or anything else, is always a portrait of himself, and the more he tries to conceal himself the more clearly will his character appear in spite of him.” The Way of All Flesh is a novel by English author Samuel Butler, published in 1903, a year after his death. A semi-autobiographical work, it is a brilliant, subversive critique of Victorian-era social hypocrisy. Telling...

"In 2015, Harvard researchers found that every child who does well in the face of adversity has had at least one stable and committed relationship with a supportive adult. But Josh Shipp didn't need Harvard to know that. Once an at-risk foster kid, he was headed straight for trouble until he met the man who changed his life: Rodney, the foster parent who refused to quit on Shipp and got him to believe in himself. Now, in The Grown-Up's Guide to Teenage...

"Depression and mental illness don't discriminate. Even in the most picture-perfect life, confusion and turmoil are often lurking beneath the surface. For a teenager in a world where anxiety, depression, and other mental illnesses are commonplace, life can sometimes feel impossible. Whether or not you or someone you love is suffering from any of these issues, it's important to be able to recognize the warning signs of mental illness and know where...

Everybody thought of me as the girl with the perfect life. Everybody thought that I was the beautiful blonde that made everybody smile. I, in fact, was fighting a battle inside of my head every single day of my life. I was only 13 years old and the desire to die ate me alive until I gave in. I'm now 15 years old and I'm putting you in the shoes of living with depression, anxiety and suicidal thoughts.

"As a teen, how you feel about yourself can affect all aspects of your life. When you have healthy self-esteem, you have an easier time making friends, doing well in school, and even interviewing for jobs. You're able to see yourself clearly--celebrating your strengths and accepting your weaknesses. And most importantly, you're better equipped to accomplish almost any goal you set. Self-Esteem for Teens will show you how to build a positive view of...

"Two psychologists help teens improve their awareness about how uncertainty can trigger feelings of anxiety, fear, worry, and self-doubt, and provide 10 skill-based tips from CBT and ACT to encourage teens to take smart risks, stop avoiding, and be more flexible as they develop a tolerance of uncertainty and learn to take valued actions toward creating positive change in their lives and the larger world"-- Provided by publisher.

"The urge to say yes to please everyone around you can be overwhelming. The truth in life is that knowing when to say "no" when you usually say "yes" is one of the most fundamentally important things you can do for yourself and for your relationships. This books walks everyone who has ever felt uncomfortable denying something to others through the process of recognizing how you truly feel." -- Page [4] of cover.

Free from OCD includes forty activities designed to teach teens with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) proven-effective cognitive behavioral therapy strategies for overcoming their fears and compulsions.

Secrets are revealed as OCD-afflicted Griffin grieves for his first love Theo, who died in a drowning accident.

"Middle schoolers learn how to identify, manage, and self regulate their emotions and moods"-- Ever been in a bad mood and not know why? Some kids sail through their middle school years without any drama, but most kids get stuck on a rollercoaster of up and down moods. Glassman help you learn how to identify, manage, and self regulate your emotions and moods. Managing your moods will help you feel more confident about yourself, and grow into the...