Record Number |
14291 |
ISBN |
9781921497476 (paperback) |
Location |
CHC F BOW |
Author |
Bowden, Tim, 1966- |
Title |
I just want to be... me! : building resilience in young people / by Timothy Bowden and Sandra Bowden ; illustrations by Sandra Bowden ; foreword by Russ Harris. [Book] |
Published |
Wollombi, N.S.W. : Exisle Publishing Ltd, 2010. |
Collation |
63 p. : col. ill. ; 17 x 25 cm. |
General Note |
Collection: Children's collection. |
This graphic novel teaches young people effective, flexible, ACT based strategies. |
Summary Note |
Today children struggle with issues such as depression and anxiety, grief, substance abuse, friendship and body image problems. But by using the simple techniques of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), they can develop effective, flexible coping skills that will build their mental resilience and equip them to deal with life's challenges. By following Holly on her journey of self-discovery as she learns how to stand up to her own internal monsters, I Just Want to be... ME! teaches kids these all-important techniques in a fun, easy way. |
Target Audience |
For children aged between 10 and 14. |
Subject |
Self-esteem in children - Handbooks, Manuals, etc |
Resilience (Personality trait) in children |
Self-perception in children |
Added Name |
Bowden, Sandra, 1963- |