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SERIES FOREWORD As the number of mental health–related diagnoses of all people but espe- cially of teens rises, those working with teens need to know how to recog- nize common symptoms and what resources to recommend. Thankfully, more people are talking honestly about mental health since it lessens the stigma associated with it. Determining how to help teens whose symp- toms may look like common adolescent behavior can be a challenge. We are grateful that Deborah Takahashi can educate us on navigating these challenges. She draws upon her experience as a librarian as well as some- one who has earned a Youth Mental Health First Aid certification to pro- vide those working with and advocating for teens’ guidance, seasoned advice, and a plan for service. We are proud of our association with Libraries Unlimited/­ABC-CLIO, which continues to prove itself as the premier publisher of books to help library staff serve teens. This series has succeeded because our authors know the needs of those library employees who work with young adults. Without exception, they have written useful and practical handbooks for library staff. Deborah’s practical advice will inspire you to provide an environment for teens where they are comfortable asking for and receiv- ing information vital to maintaining their mental health. We hope you find this book, as well as our entire series, to be informa- tive, providing you with valuable ideas as you serve teens and that this