A valuable resource for any professional working with adolescents, the aim of this book is to provide guidance on how to work with individuals at risk of anti-social behaviours, such as self-harming, eating disorders, substance abuse, school refusal, bullying, depression and suicide. From Surviving to Thriving offers a practical approach to refining communication techniques, engendering a sense of belonging in young people, and developing preventative programmes. Five parts of the book address:
- Promoting mental health in young people;
- Working with adolescents and their families;
- Developing resilience in young people;
- Approaches to specific issues such as anger, aggression and suicide;
- Ways for counsellors to develop ‘good ears, good heart and good spirit'.
