Beneath the Surface: A Teen's Guide to Reaching Out When You or Your Friend Is in Crisis - Paperback

A Lifeline for Teens Facing Mental Health Challenges

YOU DON'T HAVE TO COPE ALONE

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 to turn for help.

Comprehensive Support for Critical Teen Issues

This comprehensive guide provides the information, encouragement, and tactical guidance you need to help yourself or others experiencing:

• Depression
• Academic or parental pressures
• Eating disorders
• Bullying
• Self-harm
• PTSD
• Peer pressure
• Anxiety
• Substance abuse
• Technology addiction
• Suicidal thoughts or actions

Expert Guidance from a Certified Specialist

Written by Kristi Hugstad, a certified grief recovery specialist, credentialed health educator, and grief and loss facilitator for recovering addicts. Hugstad frequently speaks at high schools and hosts The Grief Girl podcast and talk radio show, bringing real-world experience and compassionate expertise to this critical resource.

This paperback guide equips teens with practical tools to identify mental health warning signs in themselves and their friends, plus actionable steps for seeking help. Perfect for teens navigating emotional challenges, parents supporting their children, and educators working with adolescents.