| Description |
xv, 384 pages ; 23 cm |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Contents |
Is my teen normal? Teens displaying typical behavior vs. when to worry -- Sad, mad, or bad : teens who are too moody -- Unfocused and on the run : teens who cannot pay attention or have too much energy -- Rebels without a cause : teens who break rules or laws -- Run by fear : teens who stress, obsess, or are on edge -- Under the influence : teens who use alcohol and other drugs -- Hungry for help : teens too concerned about body image, weight and food -- Secret pain : teens who cut or burn themselves -- Ending it all : teens who think about dying -- Not making the connection : teens who have a hard time "getting it" -- Behaving bizarrely : teens who lose touch with reality -- What's going on? obtaining the right evaluation for your teen -- Help is on the way? obtaining the right treatment for your teen -- You make a difference : positive parenting for teens with special needs -- Don't forget your oxygen mask : the importance of self-care -- Appendix A: Resources and support -- Appendix B: Psychiatric medication chart. |
| Subject |
Adolescent psychopathology.
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Adolescent psychopathology. |
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Teenagers -- Mental health.
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Teenagers -- Mental health. |
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Teenagers -- Mental health services.
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Teenagers -- Mental health services. |
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Parent and teenager.
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Parent and teenager. |
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At-risk youth.
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At-risk youth. |
| ISBN |
0814473636 |
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9780814473634 |
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