The Body Acceptance Workbook for Teens - by Scott M Granet (Paperback)

About the Book

Teens with body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) often have unhealthy obsessions and intrusive thoughts about their appearance--leading to low self-esteem and a lack of self-worth. Written by a therapist and survivor of BDD, this friendly guide helps teens heal negative body image, stop comparing themselves to others, and look beyond their flaws to cultivate true self-acceptance.

Book Synopsis

A teen's guide to letting go of negative thoughts and obsessions about your body, and unlocking your inner confidence!

Do you worry constantly about your appearance? Do you compare yourself to the heavily filtered images of "perfection" you see on social media? Do these feelings make you feel bad about yourself, or keep you from living a full life? If so, you may have body dysmorphic disorder (BDD)--a condition marked by negative thoughts and obsessions about your body. So, how can you stop hyper-focusing on your flaws, start seeing yourself clearly, and build the confidence you need to thrive?

Written by a therapist and BDD survivor, The Body Acceptance Workbook for Teens offers empowering skills based in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and exposure to help you overcome compulsive, body-based thoughts before they spiral into obsession. With this book, you'll learn to challenge negative beliefs, quiet your inner critic, and heal from body-focused trauma that may be driving your obsessions. If you're ready to experience a life free from body obsession, this teen-friendly guide will light the way.

Empower yourself with strategies to help you:

• Challenge unrealistic body standards
• Identify and heal body-focused trauma
• Develop a healthier relationship with social media
• Cultivate a more balanced self-image

In these increasingly challenging times, kids and teens need mental health resources more than ever. With more than 1.6 million copies sold worldwide, Instant Help Books are easy to use, proven-effective, and recommended by therapists.

About the Author

Scott M. Granet, LCSW, is a graduate of the New York University School of Social Work, and has specialized in the treatment of body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) for more than thirty years. He is also a founding board member of OCD San Francisco, an affiliate organization of the International OCD Foundation. Known for his commitment to increasing awareness of BDD, Granet has presented worldwide on the subject, often highlighting his own personal struggles and recovery from the disorder.