This Mental Health pathfinder suggests great books available from school libraries, starting points for relevant information from the Virtual Library, and links to the best websites for exploring issues and finding help.
In Your School Library
Use the Subject Keyword search in your school’s Library Catalogue to help you find Resources for Mental Health and Wellness, including great books in your school library.
Try these search terms (add “in children” or “in adolescence” to narrow results):
- Mental illness
- Depression
- Obsessive-compulsive
- Anger
- Autism
- Family problems
- Emotional problems
- Self-esteem
- Anxiety
- Stress
Add the term fiction to the end of any search term to find fiction books.
Book Lists
Great Fiction Reads Path to Mental Health
Mental Health Book Resources for Elementary Schools
Mental Health Book Resources for Secondary School
Virtual Library Resources
Find reliable health information for teens:
Use Teen Health & Wellness located in the Virtual Library – Secondary section.
Online Resources
Check out these recommended websites:
Mind Check: Interactive help with figuring out how you’re feeling.
Teenshealth: Reliable information written in plain English.
Teen Mental Health: Comprehensive and reliable
Psychosis Sucks: Straightforward information and coping strategies.
Mental Health Meter: Canadian Mental Health Association.
Understanding Mental Illness: Canadian Mental Health Association.
Getting Help
Your best starting point for help in our community.
Resources for Staff
Additional resources for staff.
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