What are the Best Anxiety Books for Teenagers?
I am frequently asked by parents for book recommendations for their teenagers struggling with anxiety. Reading books can be a great way for teens to manage their anxiety. There are many books available that address anxiety in a relatable and helpful way, offering practical advice and coping strategies. These books can help teens understand that they are not alone in their struggles and provide a sense of comfort and reassurance. Some books also include personal stories from others who have experienced anxiety, which can be especially helpful for teens who may feel isolated or misunderstood. Additionally, reading can be a calming and soothing activity that promotes mindfulness and relaxation, which can be beneficial for managing anxiety symptoms.
There are many great options out there, here are a some of them**:
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The Anxiety Workbook for Teens.
This book is one of my favorite Anxiety Books for Teens. It contains a series of activities for teens to help them learn to cope with and reduce anxiety.
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My Anxious Mind.
This book walks teens through both being able to recognize their anxiety, and how to cope with and reduce that anxiety.
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Mindfulness for Teen Anxiety.
In this Anxiety Books for Teens, adolescents can learn mindfulness-based techniques to manage anxiety.
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101 Ways to Conquer Teen Anxiety.
This book provides tricks and tips that teens can use to cope with panic attacks and anxiety.
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The Relaxation and Stress Reduction Workbook for Teens.
This workbook is great for helping teens learn coping techniques for stress.
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Feeling Better: CBT Workbook for Teens.
Another Anxiety Books for Teens, this one uses therapy-based techniques for teens to use to manage anxiety and self-doubt.
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The Anxiety and Stress Solution Deck.
This isn’t a book, it’s more like a deck of 55 flashcards with tips and tricks to help teens reduce their anxiety.
- The Anxiety and Phobia Workbook. Though not targeted specifically to teens, this workbook for adults can help with both anxiety and phobias (fears).
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Don’t Feed the Monkey Mind.
This book also targeted to adults, goes through therapy-based techniques to help stop the cycle of fear/worry/anxiety.
The DBT Skills Workbook helps teens to build real-life skills to overcome panic and anxiety. Teens will explore ways to manage test anxiety, social stress, and anger management skills.
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My Emotions: A Journal for Teens‘
Juggling emotions is complicated, especially for teens. In My Emotions, teens learn to journal and reflect on their feelings. They’ll learn mindfulness techniques to help with anxiety and enjoy a variety of exercises like drawing and writing prompts.
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Stuff that Sucks
Being a teenager can really suck. In this teen guide, readers learn Acceptance and Commitment Therapy skills to help them journey through and overcome the sucky parts of life. In addition, the book takes a humorous look at stress that all teens can relate to.
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Dr. Sean Paul, MD is a psychiatrist who is certified in child, adolescent (teen) and adult psychiatry. He creates blogs and lists that can be helpful to people looking for Anxiety Books for Teens.
