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Mindfulness Skills for Kids & Teens

by Debra Burdick, LCSWR, BCN

Book Details

Publisher:PESI Publishing & Media
Published:2014-09-01
Pages:322
Format:BOOK
Language:en

Reading Info

Age Range:12-18

About This Book

Finally -- a comprehensive, practical and user-friendly mindfulness resource written specifically for children and adolescents. Best-selling mindfulness author Debra Burdick has blended the latest research and best practices to create this straight-forward guide for improving self-awareness, self-regulation skills, mental health, and social connectedness in kids and teens. This expertly crafted resource features a collection of more than 150 proven tools and techniques, presented in a simple, st

Our Review

This practical guide offers a comprehensive collection of over 150 mindfulness techniques specifically designed to help children and adolescents build self-awareness and emotional regulation skills. Written by a clinical expert, the resource translates the latest research into straightforward, user-friendly activities that directly address mental wellness and social connectedness for young people. The book's strength lies in its structured approach to teaching mindfulness, moving beyond simple meditation to provide concrete strategies for managing stress and improving focus. Parents and educators will appreciate the clear, accessible format that makes these powerful tools easy to implement.

What sets this resource apart is its clinical foundation combined with remarkable practicality, offering everything from quick breathing exercises to longer practices that build crucial coping skills over time. The techniques are thoughtfully organized to support different developmental stages, making it equally valuable for elementary students learning to identify emotions and teenagers navigating complex social pressures. Mental health professionals will find it an indispensable toolkit, while families can use it to create shared mindfulness practices that strengthen relationships. This book delivers exactly what it promisesβ€”a thorough, evidence-based roadmap for helping young people develop lifelong emotional resilience and well-being.

Themes

Psychology

Subjects

Psychology