Rose Muraguri

Teenagers Hurt and Heal Being a teenager is not easy. One minute you are laughing, the next you are overwhelmed by a roller coaster of emotions, feeling left out or just trying to make sense of things no one seems to understand. Whether it is personal emotions, family drama, peer pressure, academic stress, or secrets that are too heavy to carry, this book assures you that you are not alone. Help is near. Help is in this book. Teenagers Hurt and Heal is a powerful collection of 38 short, relatable stories that are inspired by real life experiences such as substance abuse, bullying, body shaming, rejection, LGBTQ+, conflicts at home, defilement and many more. Each story carries: A real-life situation that you can relate with. Mental health lessons that are easy to remember. Mental health skills that are simplified and easy to use. Relevant Bible verses for spiritual support. A prayer to ask God for help, guidance and protection. Reviews from previous readers: “Where was this book when I was a teenager?” asks Tr. Grace. “The most educative self-help book I have ever read,” says Tr Mwangi. Tr. Sr. Irene says, “This book has sorted me out; I use it in counselling groups.” “My teenager loves your book. It never leaves his bedside” says Dr. Jane. “A very good book. I will share with friends,” remarks Chiru, a Grade 9 student. “This is counselling in my hands,” says Tr. James. Several school heads and teachers endorse it as a G & C guide.