When Nothing Matters Anymore: A Survival Guide for Depressed Teens

by Bev Cobain

''The most positive book on depression one could read ... should be available to all teens.'' - Voice of Youth Advocates..... When Nothing Matters Anymore a survival guide for depressed teens Everyone feels down or sad at times. These feelings are part of life and usually pass. But what if they hang on, affecting your body, your behavior, your emotions, and your thoughts? You may be more than sad. You may be depressed. If you are, you're not alone. More than 18 million Americans have depression. Millions of them are teens like you. If you think you might be depressed, please read this book. It has already helped countless teens, and it can help you, too. It includes the latest information on medication, nutrition, and health; current resources; and the Top Ten Questions teens have asked the author. Look inside to The causes, symptoms, and types of depression.....How to tell if you might be depressed (take a quiz and find out).... Survival tips - things you can do right now and in the future to help yourself feel better - and ways to stay healthy, strong, and positive....The connections between depression, suicide, and drug and alcohol abuse ....How different kinds of treatment can help.....Ways real-life teens have dealt with depression.....Where to turn for more answers (books, organizations, Web sites).....Words you can use when it's hard to open up, share your problems, and ask for help Mostly, you'll learn you don't have to feel sad, hopeless, or alone anymore. Bev Cobain, R.N.,C., has worked on hospital-based mental health units, helping treat teens and adults who have depression and depressive disorder. An expert on youth depression and suicide, she is a nationally recognized speaker and workshop facilitator.

Genres: Mental Health, Psychology, Nonfiction, Self Help, Reference, Counselling

272 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1998

Reviews

[Fastmaren · Rating 5 out of 5]

I wish someone had passed this book on to me when I was a teenager. It breaks depression down in an easy-to-read format so anyone can understand the disease--no confusing medical jargon like most of the depression books I've read. The only thing I wished it had was more personal narrative from Bev.

[Frankie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Okay. I know I read this a long time ago but something needs to be said for this wonderful book. Most of the self-help books for suicidal people don't help. They just don't. They don't do anything, they try to appeal to a part of yourself that isn't there anymore. But this book doesn't. It tells it like it is and it really helped me. It's not one of those crappy "the world is beautiful" books that just make you want to die even more. It's beautiful, and it's helpful, and to me it was life-saving.

[Jaylin T · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a good book. Even though I'm not depressed, I learned so much. It was very simple and easy to read, which I really enjoyed. This book will be a great resource for a project that I'm working on and for anyone who is actually struggling with depression. I would definitely recommend this book. I especially liked the stories that the teens shared. It kind of reminded me of "Chicken Noodle Soup for the Teenage Soul."

[Karen · Rating 4 out of 5]

A handy resource as an educator, however, I'm a bit surprised that this "updated & revised" version from 2009 is still directing teens to look up the numbers for crisis hotlines in the Yellow Pages.

[Erick · Rating 1 out of 5]

Note, claiming that you are a distant cousin of the late-great Kurt does not make you an educated writer! This worthless person is just piggybacking Kurt's success. She's condescending and all her info can be found in a basic middle school textbook. WORTHLESS!

[Carol · Rating 3 out of 5]

some of the personal narratives may be helpful to read with teens who are struggling with depression....otherwise it's a fairly basic read,from which i can pull out content here and there to be shared with some who may find the format useful.

[Kathy Maxey · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good resource for teens and parents. Good explanations about depression, symptoms, coping with, treatment. I like the stories teens shared about their experience and the "conversation starters" to help teens broaching sensitive topics.

[Susan Finn · Rating 4 out of 5]

Straightforward and filled with helpful information

Excellent resource for parents and teens. Filled with good information and advice. Written in plain language for the non-medical professional to understand.

[Gina · Rating 1 out of 5]

too "self-help"

[Jordin · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read this book when I was in middle school. It really helped me.

[Indah Threez Lestari · Rating 2 out of 5]

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[♫✯Em loves Hollenstein✯♫❤the summertime and butterflies all belong to your creation❤ · Rating 5 out of 5]

Incredibly helpful. I love the tips and excersises they have.