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Self-Esteem Resources
Apps to Build Self-Esteem:
*ThinkUp- Free app to receive daily affirmations
*MindFit- Free app to train thought patterns and positive self-talk
*Daylio -Free app that enables you to keep a private journal without having to type a single line. Use it to track your emotional and mental health practices.
*Body+ -Free app to improve body image and body acceptance.
*Insight Timer-A free meditation app. Includes a timer to help calm the mind, reduce anxiety, manage stress, sleep deeply, and improve happiness.
Teen Books and Websites to Improve Self-Esteem:
Self-care and Self-Compassion:
Daring Greatly: How the Courage to be Vulnerable Transform the Way We Live by Brene Brown
The Gift of Imperfection: Let Go of Who You Think You’re Supposed to Be and Embrace Who You Are by Brene Brown
Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself by Kristin Neff
Mood Disorders:
The Anxiety and Phobia Workbook by Edmund Bourne
The Depression Cure: The 6-Step Program to Beat Depression without Drugs by Stephen Illardi
Rewire Your Brain by John Arden
Self-Injury:
S.A.F.E. Alternatives
Stopping the Pain: A Workbook for Teens Who Cut and Self-Injure by Lawrence Shapiro
Help Hotlines:
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-799-7233
Montgomery County Mobile Crisis: 1-855-634-4673
Help Textlines:
Text “HOME” to 741-741
Test “CONNECT” to 85511
Teen Talk line: txt 215-703-8411
Body Image:
*The National Eating Disorders Association: NEDA offers a screening tool, helpline, and a database of treatment centers around the country.
*Thebodypositive.org: This is a nonprofit devoted to helping individuals work toward body positivity. The website includes a number of online resources.
*Health at Every Size: haescommunity.org This site has a list of resources, including blogs, podcasts, and online groups.
Children’s Books to Build Self-Esteem:
I am Enough by Grace Byers
Giraffes Can’t Dance by Giles Andreae and Guy Parker-Rees
Stand Tall by Molly Lou Melon
Chrysanthemum by Kevin Henkes
I’m Gonna Like Me: Letting Off a Little Self-Esteem by Jamie Lee Curtis and Laura Cornell
The Invisible Boy by Patrice Barton
Have you Filled a Bucket Today? By Carol McCloud
Smile by Reina Tegemeier (ages 8-12)
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