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I'm Not Alone: A Teen's Guide to Living with a Parent Who Has Mental Illness
by Michelle D. Sherman, Ph.D. and DeAnne M. Sherman
This book explains mental illness in easy to understand terms, helps teens understand common emotional reactions, and suggests a wide variety of coping strategies. It covers a wide variety of topics, including identifying a social support network, telling (or not telling) friends, and supporting a parent without feeling responsible for their recovery. The book closes with an excellent resource section and notes for professionals and parents/caregivers.
