For teens, feeling independent is critical for building self-confidence. But for anxious teens, fears, worries, and rumination can stand in the way of achieving the developmental milestones that lead to independence--such as socializing, dating, academic success, or taking on more mature responsibilities. Based in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), The Anxiety Survival Guide for Teens is an engaging, illustrated resource to help teens skillfully work through situations that cause anxiety so they can focus on their goals. By identifying their "monkey mind" -- the part of their brain where anxious thoughts arise -- teens will start to feel more independent, more confident, and ready to take on the world.

Introduction: You are not alone and you are not to blame -- Pt. 1. The monkey mind. Staying alive -- Monkey logic. Understanding the avoidance cycle -- Spot the monkey. Identifying anxious thoughts -- Rule the monkey. Take back control of your life -- Thank you, monkey! How acceptance sets you free -- Pt. 2. Shyness and social anxiety. Why is everyone looking at me? -- Panic and agoraphobia. Am I dying or going crazy? -- Specific phobias. Insects, vomit, and needles-Yikes! -- Generalized anxiety. Worrywarts -- Separation anxiety. Stand by me -- Obsessive-compulsive disorder. Don't step on that crack! -- Other issues. Insomnia and depression.