My Kind of Sad

What It's Like to Be Young and Depressed

by Kate Scowen

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A guide to depression and its treatment for kids 13 and up with topics such as mood vs. mood disorders, bipolar disorder, anxiety, self-mutilation, etc. Includes quotes from teen sufferers and an afterword by a youth psychiatrist.

About the Author

Kate Scowen has worked with youth for over 15 years in both residential and community-based programs, including the Toronto Children's Aid Society. Kate works in Toronto as a consultant and writer.

Age:: 13 to 18
Grade:: 8

Editorial Review

“Sympathetic without being preachy or condescending ... a chatty, informative, up-to-date resource on a disturbing subject. Teens won’t find a quick fix here, just realistic advice—especially about seeking help.”

— Booklist, 09/06

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