Mental Illness in Young Adult Literature: Exploring Real Struggles Through Fictional Characters

Mental Illness in Young Adult Literature: Exploring Real Struggles through Fictional Characters highlights American young adult literature...
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Author: Kia Jane Richmond
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Language: English
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Mental Illness in Young Adult Literature: Exploring Real Struggles Through Fictional Characters by Richmond, Kia Jane

Mental Illness in Young Adult Literature: Exploring Real Struggles Through Fictional Characters

$188.75

Mental Illness in Young Adult Literature: Exploring Real Struggles Through Fictional Characters

$188.75
Author: Kia Jane Richmond
Format: Paperback
Language: English

Mental Illness in Young Adult Literature: Exploring Real Struggles through Fictional Characters highlights American young adult literature published since the year 2000 that features characters grappling with mental illness. Chapters focus on mental disorders identified by the most recent Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5), including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, ADHD, and OCD.

Each chapter begins with a description of a mental illness that includes its prevalence, demographic trends, symptoms, related disorders, and treatment options before examining a selection of young adult texts in depth. Analysis of the texts explores how a mental illness manifests for a particular character, how that character perceives him- or herself and is perceived by others, and what treatment or support he or she receives. The connections between mental illness and race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, and identity are examined, and relevant research from education, psychology, and adolescent health is thoroughly integrated. Each chapter also provides a list of additional readings. An appendix offers strategies for integrating young adult literature into health curricula and other programs.



Author: Kia Jane Richmond
Publisher: Libraries Unlimited
Published: 12/07/2018
Pages: 232
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.88lbs
Size: 9.20h x 6.10w x 0.70d
ISBN: 9781440857386


Review Citation(s):
School Library Journal 07/01/2019 pg. 63

About the Author

Kia Jane Richmond, PhD, is professor of English at Northern Michigan University, where she directs the English Education program. She was selected as the recipient of her university's Excellence in Teaching Award in 2014.




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