Overcoming Suicidal Thoughts in Adolescents

Cognitive-behavioral therapy to reduce emotional pain, increase hope, and build healthy relationships.

If you are a teenager struggling with thoughts of suicide, know that you are not alone and can count on help. This is the main message that the authors... of "Overcoming Suicidal Thoughts in Adolescents" want to convey at the very beginning of the book. Painful feelings and the desire to die are not permanent; they are not forever. They can be overcome — and our book is designed to help you on this journey.

Thoughts of suicide visit many people at different ages. Thinking about death is not a sign of weakness or cowardice. Usually, suicidal thoughts only mean that a person is hurting or struggling. However, there is always a way out, even when it seems most difficult.

This book is based on evidence-based cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and contains many effective exercises: you will learn how to create a safety plan in a situation that seems hopeless, how to surround yourself with support, and how to find meaning and purpose in life. You won't be bored reading because the tasks are specifically designed for teenagers: they are engaging and interesting.

You are doing great by picking up this book! This is a courageous and determined step, worthy of respect.