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I Just Want To Be Me: Building resilience in young people by Timothy Bowden postgrad Dip Psych and Sandra Bowden M Ed (Couns Psych) with foreword by Dr Russ Harris

Today’s children struggle with a range of issues such as depression, anxiety, grief, substance abuse, friendship issues and body image problems. In fact, research suggests that at any given time around 10% of students will be suffering from a mental health issue that has a direct impact on their education and health.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, also known as ACT is a form of psychotherapy pioneered by Steven C Hayes in the mid 1990’s. It has been proven to be very effective in teaching young people skills that help them cope with life’s challenges and that build mental resilience.

Through the story of Holly, this graphic novel introduces readers to ACT’s empowering principals. As she goes on a journey of self discovery, these principals are brought to life, so by the end, adolescents will feel more confident in tackling their own problems and challenges. It will help them to change their view of the world and become more resilient. The cartoon format is also helpful for those who do not like to read lengthy novels.

RRP $22.99
Published by Exisle Publishing

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