Reviving Ophelia: Saving the Selves of Adolescent Girls, by Mary Pipher, Ph.D.

Raising Cain: Protexting the Emotional Life of Boys, by Dan kindlon, Ph.D. and Michael Thompson, Ph.D.

The Self Esteem Workbook by Glenn R., Ph.D. Schiraldi, Patrick Fanning,m Matthew Mckay

National Suicide Hotline:
(800) SUICIDE (784 – 2433)

If you or somebody you know needs help, call this hotline. Professionals are there to offer advice, guidance and to help you through a crisis. Poor self-esteem can cause people to lose hope, but suicide is never the answer.

Teen Line:
(800) 852 – 8336

This is a great idea! Teens can speak with other teens who have experience in dealing with similar issues. Talking to someone your own age can be less threatening. Call this line M-Sun, 6-10pm for your teen-to-teen counseling.

National Mental Health Association Helpline:
(800) 969 – 6642

NMHA has educated millions about mental illnesses and reduced barriers to treatment and services. As a result of their efforts, many Americans with mental disorders have sought care and now enjoy fulfilling, productive lives. Don’t let poor self-esteem make you miss out on good life.

Parents Anonymous Helpline:
(800) 345 – 5044

The organization is concerned with preventing child abuse and neglect. It is a good resource for single parents dealing with child and teen health and mental illness issues. Questions can be answered as to how to help children deal with self-esteem and what a parent can do to help increase self-esteem in their child.

The Confident Child: Raising a Child to Try, Learn, and Care. Apter, Terri 1997.

200 Ways to Raise a Girl's Self-Esteem: An Indispensable Guide for Parents, Teachers, and Other Concerned Caregivers. Glennon, Will 1999

Raising Your Child's Inner Self-Esteem: The Authoritative Guide from Infancy through the Teen Years. Owens, Karen 1995.

Friends & Fun: Building Social Skills & Self-Esteem in Children

(Age 6-8)

(613) 459-1524

(613) 459-3386