Mental health and young people : improving mental health awareness in youth work /
Osborn, Jenni,author.
"There is increased recognition in secular and sacred spheres that we are both body and soul. And as the very engine that drives our bodies, if the brain is unwell, we are unwell. This timely guide examines how mental health can impact youth work, draw wisdom from the Bible and gives guidelines for dealing with the complex nature of mental illness."--Back cover.
Introduction: Mental health vs mental illness -- Anxiety and depression -- Significant long-term mental illness -- Coping mechanisms -- How can youth workers help? -- Conclusion and "What if I am affected?"
"There is increased recognition in secular and sacred spheres that we are both body and soul. And as the very engine that drives our bodies, if the brain is unwell, we are unwell. This timely guide examines how mental health can impact youth work, draw wisdom from the Bible and gives guidelines for dealing with the complex nature of mental illness."--Back cover.
Includes bibliographical references (pages 27-28).
Church work with youth.
Youth.
Mental health.
Mental illness.
Psychiatry.