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Self-help ✦ Penny’s Take

The Anxiety, Depression & Anger Toolbox for Teens

Jeffrey Bernstein · 2020
80/100
👍 Worth It

Bernstein packs an impressive amount of practical, evidence-based material into a format that teenagers can actually use — the CBT and mindfulness roots are solid, the voice is accessible without being condescending, and the 150 activities give therapists and self-guided readers alike real tools to work with. The breadth means depth is occasionally sacrificed, and the book only works for teens willing to engage actively. But as a complement to professional support, this is a genuinely useful resource.

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substance82
craft75
originality70
accuracy85
hype72
age-fit90
human-eye80
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