WHEN NOTHING MATTERS ANYMORE: A Survival
Guide for Depressed Teens
by Bev Cobain, R.N.,C.
On April 8, 1994, Kurt Cobain ended his long struggle with depression and chemical
dependency by taking his own
life. His suicide profoundly affected millions of fans around the
world who identified with the music of Kurt and his band, Nirvana.
Bev Cobain is Kurt's cousin, and this powerful book is her way of
dealing with his death—and reaching out to teens with a life-saving message: You
don't have to be sad, discouraged, or depressed. There is help and hope for you.
Full of solid information and straight talk, WHEN NOTHING MATTERS ANYMORE defines and
explains adolescent depression, reveals how common it is, describes the symptoms, and
spreads the good news that depression is treatable. Personal stories, photos, and poetry
from teens dealing with depression speak directly to readers' feelings, concerns, and
experiences. Teens learn how to recognize depression in themselves and others, understand
its effects, and take care of themselves by relaxing, exercising, eating right, and
talking things over with people who care. For some teens, self-help isn't enough, so Bev
also tells about treatment options, presents the facts about therapy, explains the
differences between various types of helping professionals (psychiatrists, clinical
psychologists, physicians, counselors, etc.), discusses medications, and more.
This book isn't just for teens who have been diagnosed with
depression. It's for any teen who feels hopeless, helpless, and
alone. Clear, encouraging, and matter-of-fact, it's also recommended for parents,
teachers, and counselors who want to know more about teen depression. 176 pp., illust.,
S/C, 6" x 9". Ages 13 & up.
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