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celestial_being's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
4.75
Amazing advice and it was fun to read!
katscribefever's review against another edition
3.0
This was a quick read filled with relatable, quippy anecdotes taken from Earl's own firsthand experiences and the experiences of those close to her. I really appreciated that it doesn't pretend to be the only book one needs to understand how to handle mental health in all its instability.
sburleson's review against another edition
5.0
I've never felt so seen by a book. Exactly my type of humor and had so many emotions and experiences that I fully identified with while reading. I would absolutely recommend to anyone attempting to understand their own mental health or that of a loved one. While I don't know that there was many solutions offered, just knowing that someone else out there has felt the same way and was able to express it in words was so therapeutic for me. Currently buying my own copy of this book so I can re-read whenever needed and share with friends.
joonsmoonchild89's review against another edition
emotional
funny
informative
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
4.5
This book was very funny and refreshing, a great way to talk about mental health and make it a little easier and less loaded. The author provides a fantastic mix of important information interspersed with funny personal anecdotes and illustrations as well. Easy for being able to put down in between chapters to reflect on what you read. Wonderful!
lllkilli's review against another edition
3.0
Says it's for teenagers (which I am not) but seems more written for the 10-15 max age group. It does touch on several different mental health illnesses and common struggles for younger teens, but I think the overly cutesty trying to be funny writing would have come off as patronizing when I was a teen.
Strangely it doesn't cover school difficulties at all. Another thing missing is what to do when you have no friends at all- many suggestions for dealing with the mental illnesses was to involve your support system.
It also seemed a bit reckless to essentially tell a struggling child to get advice and support from another struggling child.
An okay intro to some uncomfortable topics, but better to read this one before issues arise, rather than during.
Strangely it doesn't cover school difficulties at all. Another thing missing is what to do when you have no friends at all- many suggestions for dealing with the mental illnesses was to involve your support system.
It also seemed a bit reckless to essentially tell a struggling child to get advice and support from another struggling child.
An okay intro to some uncomfortable topics, but better to read this one before issues arise, rather than during.
themodvictorian's review against another edition
1.0
Immature, oversimplified, and insipid insights on a serious range of topics.
snchard's review against another edition
4.0
Will be absolutely useful to teens, especially anxious teens. I can see how adults reading it would think it's too simplistic and in need of actual science and a credentialed author, but a lot of teens have never bothered to read a self-help book and this is an excellent introduction to the concept that brains need maintenance and it's okay to ask for help. I'll definitely be recommending this one.
madelinefmcguire's review against another edition
Rae Earl takes you through your brain and the mental health concerns that might pop up for someone. She goes through anxiety, phobias, eating disorders, OCD, psychosis, self-harm, depression, social media, self-esteem, drugs/alcohol, parents and friendship. She explains things in a no-nonsense way well still delivering a plethora of information. The tips and tricks are things you can actually do to help your mental health.
I love this book, I wish it was around when I was a teen I know I could have used a lot of the advice and information in here. I appreciate at the end the inclusion of websites and books that can further assist the reader. A great book for high schoolers and older who are struggling with their mental health.
I love this book, I wish it was around when I was a teen I know I could have used a lot of the advice and information in here. I appreciate at the end the inclusion of websites and books that can further assist the reader. A great book for high schoolers and older who are struggling with their mental health.
redbirdwings's review against another edition
5.0
This was everything I needed in a self-help book. Pictures included!
theybedax's review against another edition
4.0
This is a fun and informative read that I highly recommend for all teens and adults alike. While much of it is cartered to teens Rae has this brilliant way of honing in on important subjects and offering solid nonjudgmental advice that never comes across as condescending.