This book can be read alone or used for group classes. It's practical information with common sense ideas, gathered to help teens diagnosed with mental illness. You will find information on brain biology and symptoms, communications, problem solving and more. "What I did was put into a book all the information I wish my children would have had access to when they were diagnosed, "says Deborah Rose, the author. Included are real life experiences by Deborah and her family and activities for group settings.