Teenagers and Mental Health

Teenagers and Mental Health imparts gospel hope and guidance for churches and youth leaders ministering to teens with mental health struggles and their families.

Anyone who has regular interaction with teenagers can tell you that there has been an increase in the number of students struggling with mental health issues in recent years. An uptick in bullying, violence in schools, and social media pressures have only added to the stress, anxiety, and depression they feel. How can parents, churches, and parents help?

Teenagers and Mental Health is a comprehensive guide to better understanding the challenges adolescents face and outlines strategies for compassionate, gospel-centered care. Married coauthors Monica Kim, a licensed psychologist and biblical counselor and Danny Kwon, a veteran youth pastor, have extensive experience in working with struggling youth both professionally and as parents. They equip youth leaders, pastors, parents, and other caregivers to notice when a teen is having trouble and reach out to offer help.

Includes direction for care and help with specific conditions such as anxiety, depression, eating disorders, trauma, and substance use. Emphasizes the importance of churches offering resources to encourage and equip parents, and promotes collaboration between families, churches, and mental health professionals. Provides practical tools for support, including questionnaires and activities to assist teenagers in understanding their problems and turning to Jesus and other caring adults to get the help they need. Published in partnership with Rooted Ministry.

1. Opening Credits
2. Dedication
3. Introduction
4. Part 1: Foundational Principles and Practices for Ministering to Teenagers and Families Dealing with Mental Health Issues
5. Chapter 1: What Does the Bible Say About Mental Health?
6. Chapter 2: What Is the Role of the Church in Addressing Teen Mental Health?
7. Chapter 3: Teenage Development and Culture
8. Chapter 4: How We Can Help Teens Struggling with Mental Health
9. Chapter 5: Special Consideration for Caregivers
10. Chapter 6: When Is a Situation Beyond the Church’s Scope?
11. Part 2: Caring for Teenagers with Specific Mental Health Struggles
12. Chapter 7: Teenagers with Anxiety and Stress
13. Chapter 8: Teenagers with Depression
14. Chapter 9: Teenagers with Body Image Issues and Eating Disorders
15. Chapter 10: Teenagers with Substance Use Issues
16. Chapter 11: Teenagers with Trauma
17. Chapter 12: Teenagers with Schizophrenia or Bipolar Disorder
18. Chapter 13: Teenagers with Suicidal Ideation
19. Chapter 14: Teenagers with Excessive Screen Use Issues
20. Chapter 15: Take Heart: Resting in a New Identity
21. Closing Credits