A Mangle of Monsters
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There are monsters under my bed. I know it. They are big and hairy and really really scary. They howl and growl and make creepy noises. Especially at night. I’m scared to go to sleep. I hide under the covers with the teddy bear Gran gave me. I pretend I can’t hear the howling. I say, “There’s nothing there. I’m not scared.” But they ARE there. And I AM scared.
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About the Book
Life is full of “monsters.” Anxiety is the most common mental health issue seen in children. Children cope with anxiety in various ways, for example, by avoiding, getting sick, distracting with video games, having temper tantrums, or numbing out with food. Written by a specialist in trauma resolution, this book shows children how to face their fears in a healthy and empowering way that brings true peace and resolution.
About the Author
Lia DeLand has a BA in Creative Writing from Stanford University. She is also a Licensed Professional Counselor with a MS in Psychology who has worked with survivors of trauma and abuse for over twenty years. She has written a book utilizing the principles of Internal Family Systems Therapy (an evidence-based model) to help children learn to face the inevitable “monsters” of life.