IDEA Team Blog Series: Library Resources for Mental Illness Awareness
by Lori Wienke on 2024-10-08T16:25:00-04:00 | 0 CommentsTo support awareness and foster understanding of mental illness in its various manifestations, we are sharing a list of library resources for Mental Illness Awareness Week.
This year, Mental Illness Awareness Week is October 6–12 and World Mental Health Day is October 10.
Books & Ebooks
The anxiety survival guide : getting through the challenging stuff by
ISBN: 9781785926426
Publication Date: 2019
Co-written with psychologists and a college student who has experienced anxiety herself, this is a relatable and straightforward guide to managing worry in emerging adulthood. As well as providing tried-and-tested advice and exercises that are proven to reduce feelings of anxiety, it includes recovery stories from people who have managed their symptoms successfully.
Challenger deep by
ISBN: 9780062413093
Publication Date: 2015
Challenger Deep is a deeply powerful and personal novel about a teenage boy struggling with the onset of schizophrenia. A captivating story about mental illness that lingers long beyond the last page, the novel features haunting interior illustrations by the author's son Brendan.
The Depression Toolkit : Quick Relief to Improve Mood, Increase Motivation, and Feel Better Now by
ISBN: 9781648480072
Publication Date: 2022
In our increasingly stressful world, it's easy for anyone to feel overwhelmed. But for people with depression, overwhelm can be devastating. Readers will learn fast-acting techniques--grounded in mindfulness, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and behavioral activation--to break free from negative thoughts and feelings and find motivation.
Don't Believe Everything You Feel: A CBT Workbook to Identify Your Emotional Schemas and Find Freedom from Anxiety and Depression by
Heavy : an American memoir by
Hold Still by
If You Can't Quit Cryin', You Can't Come Here No More : A Family's Legacy of Poverty, Crime and Mental Illness in Rural America by
Imagine me gone : a novel by
It's Kind of a Funny Story by
Mental illness in young adult literature : exploring real struggles through fictional characters by
The Mindfulness Workbook for Depression: Effective Mindfulness Strategies to Cultivate Positivity from the Inside Out by
My Path to Happy by
On Mental Illness : What Can Calm, Reassure and Console by
Overcoming Avoidance Workbook by
Struggle and Solidarity: Seven Stories of How Americans Fought for Their Mental Health Through Federal Legislation by
Turtles all the way down by
Wintergirls by
ISBN: 9781684034819
Publication Date: 2020
Many people struggle with difficult emotions, whether as a result of depression, anxiety, or simply dealing with the common struggles of daily life. Based on the groundbreaking theory of emotional schema, this workbook helps readers explore their own deeply held personal beliefs about emotions, determine if these beliefs are helpful or harmful, and find the motivation to adopt alternative coping strategies. With this guide, readers will learn to increase their capacity to feel the full range of life's emotions at the center of a meaningful life.
Heavy : an American memoir by
ISBN: 9781501125652
Publication Date: 2018
In this powerful and provocative memoir, genre-bending essayist and novelist Kiese Laymon explores what the weight of a lifetime of secrets, lies, and deception does to a black body, a black family, and a nation teetering on the brink of moral collapse. A personal narrative that illuminates national failures, Heavy is defiant yet vulnerable, an insightful, often comical exploration of weight, identity, art, friendship, and family that begins with a confusing childhood--and continues through twenty-five years of haunting implosions and long reverberations.
Hold Still by
ISBN: 9780142416945
Publication Date: 2010
Ingrid’s suicide immobilizes Caitlin, leaving her unsure of her place in a new life she hardly recognizes. A life without the art, the laughter, the music, and the joy that she shared with her best friend.... But Ingrid left something behind. In words and drawings, Ingrid documented a painful farewell in her journal. Journeying through Ingrid’s final days, Caitlin fights back through unspeakable loss to find renewed hope.
If You Can't Quit Cryin', You Can't Come Here No More : A Family's Legacy of Poverty, Crime and Mental Illness in Rural America by
ISBN: 9781627311014
Publication Date: 2021
On May 12, 2013, 48-year-old Vicky Isaac of rural Puxico, Missouri a woman with a history of learning disabilities, traumatic brain injuries, and drug addiction loaded a .22 calibre handgun and shot her violent addict husband while he slept. Or did she? According to police reports, Vicky called 911 and confessed to the crime. Was this another sad case of murder amongst addicts or something more? Betty Frizzell escaped her family's legacy of crime, addiction, and abuse to become a respected law enforcement officer and teacher. Drawn back to the town and people of her past, Betty works to uncover the truth of murder and her family's history of violence.
Imagine me gone : a novel by
ISBN: 9780316395038
Publication Date: 2016
A story of a family facing the ultimate question: how far will we go for those we love the most? When Margaret's fiancé, John, is hospitalized for depression, she faces a choice: carry on with their plans, or back away from the suffering it may bring her. She decides to marry him. This novel is the unforgettable story of what unfolds from this act of love and faith. The author has given us something rare: a novel with the power to change how you see the most important people in your life.
It's Kind of a Funny Story by
ISBN: 9780786851973
Publication Date: 2007
Like many ambitious New York City teenagers, Craig Gilner sees entry into Manhattan's Executive Pre-Professional High School as the ticket to his future. At his new school, Craig realizes that he isn't brilliant compared to the other kids; he's just average, and maybe not even that. He soon sees his once-perfect future crumbling away. The stress becomes unbearable and Craig stops eating and sleeping--until, one night, he nearly kills himself. Craig's suicidal episode gets him checked into a mental hospital. There, isolated from the crushing pressures of school and friends, Craig is finally able to confront the sources of his anxiety.
Mental illness in young adult literature : exploring real struggles through fictional characters by
ISBN: 9798216116813
Publication Date: 2018
This book highlights American young adult literature published since the year 2000 that features characters grappling with mental illness. Chapters focus on mental disorders, including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, ADHD, and OCD. Each chapter begins with a description of a mental illness that includes its prevalence, demographic trends, symptoms, related disorders, and treatment options before examining a selection of young adult texts in depth. Analysis of the texts explores how a mental illness manifests for a particular character, how that character perceives him- or herself and is perceived by others, and what treatment or support he or she receives. The connections between mental illness and race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, and identity are examined, and relevant research from education, psychology, and adolescent health is thoroughly integrated.
The Mindfulness Workbook for Depression: Effective Mindfulness Strategies to Cultivate Positivity from the Inside Out by
ISBN: 9781647394790
Publication Date: 2020
This book will teach you how to practice mindfulness using simple exercises to help you build self-awareness and break through negative thought patterns. Mindfulness basics--Learn how directing your attention to the present moment can help with managing information overload, reconnecting with your body, and instilling more self compassion. Healing exercises--Empower yourself with supportive exercises, like journaling and meditation, that will show you how to ground yourself, respond to difficult feelings, slow racing thoughts, and more. Positive affirmations--Each chapter ends with a positive phrase to bring you into the moment, a verbal touchstone you can repeat whenever you need it, like at the start of your day or before a big meeting.
My Path to Happy by
ISBN: 9781524863135
Publication Date: 2020
Anyone who has suffered from depression understands that the "path to happy" is a winding one, marked by roadblocks and confusing intersections. The author shares her own experience of depression as well as the practices that ultimately helped her through the darkest time of her life. A quick, uplifting read, this playfully illustrated book acknowledges that recovery looks different for everyone.
On Mental Illness : What Can Calm, Reassure and Console by
ISBN: 9781915087218
Publication Date: 2023
A compassionate guide to normalizing mental illness and achieving emotional wellbeing. This is a guide to coping with a wide variety of mental unwellness, from the very mild to the severe. It explains how and why we become mentally ill, how we can explain our experiences to friends and family, and how we can reframe our view of ourselves and our future in order to thrive. With a humane, encouraging tone, the book teaches us to dismantle stigmas around mental health, arguing that no one should suffer alone. By normalizing mental illness and seeking out shared experiences and supportive friendships, we feel less alone on our journeys.
Overcoming Avoidance Workbook by
ISBN: 9781684035687
Publication Date: 2021
Avoidance and isolation are common symptoms of several mental health disorders, including anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). From leading researcher and developer of transdiagnostic behavior therapy (TBT), this is an evidence-based workbook that enables readers to specifically target a variety of distressing and uncontrollable avoidance issues underlying their disorder. Using proven-effective therapeutic techniques, readers can overcome the unhealthy habits that trap them in a spiral of negative emotions, so they can feel better and get back to creating a meaningful life.
Struggle and Solidarity: Seven Stories of How Americans Fought for Their Mental Health Through Federal Legislation by
ISBN: 9781615374052
Publication Date: 2022
Mental health does not exist in a vacuum. The context in which an individual is born, grows, lives, and works has a profound impact on their mental and physical well-being. By taking a case study approach to seven key pieces of federal legislation, this book demonstrates how public policies, even when not explicitly mental health–related, can shape social determinants and improve mental health in the United States. In sharing real examples of how individuals and groups have successfully advocated for policy changes, the authors of this book illustrate how important advocacy work can be accomplished and inspire readers to get involved in similar work to improve mental health today and in the future.
Turtles all the way down by
ISBN: 9780141346045
Publication Date: 2017
Aza Holmes never intended to pursue the disappearance of fugitive billionaire Russell Pickett, but there’s a hundred-thousand-dollar reward at stake and her Best and Most Fearless Friend, Daisy, is eager to investigate. So together, they navigate the short distance and broad divides that separate them from Pickett’s son Davis. Aza is trying to be a good daughter, a good friend, a good student, and maybe even a good detective, while also living within the ever-tightening spiral of her own thoughts.
Wintergirls by
ISBN: 9780670011100
Publication Date: 2009
Lia and Cassie are best friends, wintergirls frozen in matchstick bodies, competitors in a deadly contest to see who can be the skinniest. But what comes after size zero and size double-zero? When Cassie succumbs to the demons within, Lia feels she is being haunted by her friend's restless spirit. In this emotionally wrenching, lyrically written book, the author explores Lia's descent into the powerful vortex of anorexia, and her painful path toward recovery.
Databases
Kanopy is an on-demand streaming video platform for public and academic libraries that offers films, TV shows and documentaries. Search videos on the subject of mental health.
Mental health and wellbeing e-book collection that includes the latest, most relevant psychology research and mental health titles and helps promote student wellbeing and self-care skills.
A comprehensive database covering information concerning topics in emotional and behavioral characteristics, psychiatry & psychology, mental processes, anthropology, and observational & experimental methods. This is the world's largest full text psychology database offering full text coverage for nearly 400 journals.
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