Have a Nice Day

A parent would reach for this book when their teenager is navigating the daunting return to social life after a period of mental health crisis or intensive treatment. This story follows Anna Bloom as she transitions from a mental health facility back to the halls of high school, managing the weight of depression while trying to find where she fits in. It captures the authentic, messy reality of recovery, including the awkwardness of old friendships and the vulnerability of new ones. Parents will appreciate the book for its honest, unsentimental look at clinical depression and its ability to normalize the struggle of returning to a 'normal' life. It is most appropriate for high schoolers aged 14 and up who are ready for a candid look at emotional health.