Teens & Depression (The Other America Series) [Library Binding]

Gail Stewart (Author), Theodore E. Roseen (Photographer)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 1997

Text and first-person accounts present the experiences of teenagers who have coped with and tried to overcome depression.

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Grade 8 UpABrief introductions that cover some general aspects of their respective subjects followed by the stories of four teens, from childhood to adolescence. The narratives do not spare details or emotions in describing the past and present lives of the young people. The accounts of those suffering from depression are often hard to read as some of their lives have been quite difficult. These teens, however, are never portrayed as pathetic or as victims. Rather, there is a realistic and empathetic tone to the book. Both titles have an epilogue that reports on the changes the teens have undergone since they were interviewed; some are hopeful, some not. Organizations to contact and lists for further reading are appended. Black-and-white photos of the interviewees, their families, and friends help solidify the intimate portraits of them. Students looking for research material or statistics about these subjects will not find much substantive information here. What they will find is the very human face of adolescents struggling with tough situations.ACarol Fazioli, Cardinal Hayes Library, Manhattan College, NY
Copyright 1998 Reed Business Information, Inc.

From Booklist

Gr. 6^-12. Six million children under the age of 18 suffer from clinical depression. In this volume in the Other America series, Stewart introduces four of them in personal profiles that present their experiences with clinical depression and bipolar disorder. The in-depth accounts reveal each individual's personal history, detailing the possible causes of the depression, such as physical or sexual abuse, and the events leading to treatment. An introduction offers readers a clear definition of clinical depression, its symptoms, and its various forms. The stories may sound familiar to readers, as depression among children and adolescents has become a more common disorder and suicide is on the rise. Stewart's book clearly emphasizes that early diagnosis and treatment can save someone's life. A solid supplement for health studies, with a reading list and a list of organizations appended. Mary Romano Marks

Product Details

• Library Binding: 96 pages
• Publisher: Lucent Books; 1st edition (January 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 156006577X
• ISBN-13: 978-1560065777
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.3 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.1 ounces
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #8,243,792 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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