Youthworker Helpsheets: A Practical Guide for Supporting Youth in the Issues they Face

By Iona Snair, Laura Petrillo, Jen Hubbard

Adolescence is a time of turmoil and challenge. Add to that the realities of culture, the pressure to perform and the challenges of mental health and it becomes obvious why our teens might need assistance and support navigating through these years.

As youth workers and volunteers, it can sometimes feel overwhelming to step into the many issues young people face. We wonder if we will have the right things to say - know the right things to do. Thankfully, research has shown that simply being an involved and supportive adult presence in itself makes an incredible difference. But what if we stepped alongside them with a better understanding of what they are going through and a few tools for responding well? Then we could truly be helpful in ways that not only help them to survive but also to thrive, despite the difficulties they encounter.

This collection of 42 Helpsheets provides a starting point for understanding and responding to youth issues with compassion. The "at-a-glance" format is perfect for people who are looking for starting points to build relationships of impact.The Biblically consistent strategies and practical tools equip anyone who walks alongside teens to offer support and care in ways that reflect the heart of God.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1777636744
• ISBN13: 9781777636746
• Release Date: December 2023
• Publisher: Lifeteams Publishing
• Length: 78 Pages
• Weight: 0.57 lbs.
• Dimensions: 11.0" x 0.2" x 8.5"