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Small things / by Tregonning, Mel,1983-2014.;
"In a wordless graphic picture book, a young boy's struggle with anxiety is represented by swarms of tiny creatures that follow and gnaw away at him. As his schoolwork and social interactions suffer, he feels more alone and out of control. He ultimately begins to overcome his isolation when he opens up to his sister and learns that he is not the only one beset with worries."--Provided by publisher.LSC
Subjects: Stories without words.; Depression, Mental; Loneliness;

You will get through this night : a practical mental health guide / by Howell, Dan,1991-author.;
"Mental health is something we all have, but not enough of us understand. In this no-nonsense guide, Daniel Howell (with his signature self-depreciation and dark humor) shares his personal struggles with depression and anxiety. In consultation with a qualified psychologist, he explores houw our minds work, why we think and feel the way we do, and most importantly: what we can do about it."--Page 4 of cover.
Subjects: Self-actualization (Psychology); Happiness.; English wit and humor.;

How to Be Okay When Nothing Is Okay : Tips and Tricks That Kept Me Alive, Happy, and Creative in Spite of Myself. by Lawson, Jenny.;
In 'How to Be Okay When Nothing Is Okay', Jenny Lawson shares more than 100 tools and tricks that she relies on to keep her going even when her brain isnt working properly due to depression, anxiety, and ADHD. She also offers tips to stay passionate and focused on creative endeavors, especially when everything around you is saying to give up. From the author of 'Broken in the Best Way Possible' (a RADD pick).Library Bound Incorporated
Subjects: BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY / Personal Memoirs; HUMOR / General; SELF-HELP / Motivational & Inspirational;

The infinite light of dust / by Todd, Anna,author.;
In this conclusion to the 'Brightest Stars' trilogy, as the world around Karina and Kael starts to crumble, Kael is consumed by the darkness of his PTSD, and Karina struggles to overcome her anxiety, which is at an all time high. Then someone from their past returns to invade their lives and wreak havoc on the fragile peace they've created. If they're going to have the future they dream of, they'll have to commit to fighting this battle together.
Subjects: Romance fiction.; Novels.; Man-woman relationships; Post-traumatic stress disorder; Soldiers; Women physical therapists;

Borg vs. McEnroe [videorecording] / by Gudnason, Sverrir,actor.; Labeouf, Shia,1986-actor.; Sandahl, Ronnie,screenwriter.; Metz, Janus,film director.; Novotny, Tuva,1979-actor.; Skarsgård, Stellan,actor.; Métropole Films Distribution,film distributor.; Mongrel Media,film distributor.;
Sverrir Gudnason, Shia Labeouf, Stellan Skarsgard, Tuva Novotny.Wimbledon, 1980. The rainiest summer in decades. The world is waiting to see the number one tennis player in the world, Bjorn Borg, claim his fifth Wimbledon title. But few know of the drama behind the scenes: at only 24, Borg is close to the end, run-down, worn out and ridden with anxiety. Meanwhile, the challenger John McEnro, 20, has decided to replace his former hero on the Wimbledon throne. A story about the price of success.Canadian Home Video Rating: 14A.MPAA rating: R.DVD ; widescreen presentation ; Dolby Digital 5.1.
Subjects: Biographical films.; Sports films.; Video recordings for the hearing impaired.; Feature films.; Borg, Björn, 1956-; McEnroe, John, 1959-; Wimbledon Championships 1980 : Wimbledon, London, England); Sports rivalries; Tennis players; Tennis;
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Satisfied : finding hope, joy, and contentment right where you are / by Bethke, Alyssa Joy,author.;
Touching on topics like fear, worry, dissatisfaction, anxiety, and body image, Alyssa Bethke walks you through issues that rob you of your joy and helps you recognize them for what they are: distractions. 'Satisfied' is a compelling collection of relatable essays that will help you embrace and cultivate beauty in your life. Along with healthy recipes and cozy home images, 'Satisfied' will provide you with the knowledge that you are not alone in your fight to be fulfilled.
Subjects: Recipes.; Bethke, Alyssa Joy; Gratitude; Happiness; Self-actualization (Psychology); Identity (Psychology);

Happy days : the guided path from trauma to profound freedom and inner peace / by Bernstein, Gabrielle,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."What if you could wake up every day without anxiety? View your past with purpose, not regret? Live happy, peaceful, and free from fear? You can - and Gabrielle Bernstein will show you the way. Gabby has long been loved by her listeners as a spiritual teacher, motivational speaker, and catalyst for profound inner change. Her new book presents her most powerful teaching yet: a plan for transforming the pain of your past, whatever that may be, into newfound strength and freedom"--
Subjects: Self-help publications.; Peace of mind.; Psychic trauma; Self-actualization (Psychology); Self-care, Health.;

Pathological : the true story of six misdiagnoses / by Fay, Sarah,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."Over thirty years, doctors diagnosed Sarah Fay with six different mental illnesses--anorexia, major depressive disorder (MDD), anxiety disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and bipolar disorder. Pathological is the gripping story of what it was like to live with those diagnoses, and the crippling impact each had on her life. It is also a rigorous investigation into the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM)--psychiatry's "bible," the manual from which all mental illness diagnoses come"--
Subjects: Biographies.; Autobiographies.; Fay, Sarah; Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders.; Mental illness; Mentally ill;

Hello (from here) / by Baker, Chandler.; King, Wesley.;
Maxine and Jonah meet in the canned goods aisle of the grocery store just as the state of California is going into lockdown. Max's part-time job as a personal grocery shopper is about to transform into a hellish gauntlet. Jonah's preexisting anxiety is about to become an epic daily struggle. Max, Jonah, and their friends live together but apart, through hijinks, humanity, and heartbreak. Differences of class, privilege, mental health, and sacrifice are thrown into stark relief by the profound and personal stresses of the COVID-19 pandemic.LSC
Subjects: COVID-19 (Disease); Dating (Social customs); COVID-19 (Disease); Quarantine; Public health; Interpersonal relations;

See you later, alligator! / by Button, Lana,1968-; Gionet Landry, Noémie.;
Flora wants to go to school, but saying goodbye in the morning is harder than it sounds. Luckily she has a goodbye ritual with rhyming nicknames that gives her the strength to separate and head into school. See You Later, Alligator! is an upbeat and lighthearted take on a very real anxiety faced by kids everywhere, every day. Infused with positivity and a growth mindset, this book is a perfect tale for that back-to-school moment, helping little ones build resilience and overcome their worry.
Subjects: Picture books.; Worry; First day of school;