Lifelong Mental Health Management: a Developmental Guide to Best Practices in Mental Health Promotion & Illness Prevention. Adolescence (12-19 Years)

This manual describes a variety of issues that people face in adolescence, such as sexual orientation & identity development. The purpose of the book is to highlight developmental achievements & specific points of cognitive & psychosocial crisis during this period. Statistics, warning signs, & risk factors for suicide are presented. A comprehensive model for suicide risk assessment by mental health professionals is provided. (SC)