Mental Health in Middle School
Middle school can be a difficult period in one's life for countless reasons! 1 in 7 children under the age of 17 also live with a diagnosed mental or behavioral health condition; anxiety problems, behavior disorders, and depression being the most common diagnoses (CDC, 2025). The 24 books on this list feature middle schoolers of all walks of life living with both diagnosed and undiagnosed mental health challenges, and serve to demonstrate to young readers that they are not alone in their struggles. NOTE: This list contains content and/or library materials that cover mental health and wellness topics. We are not medical professionals, so please always seek the advice or care from a mental health or health care professional to find out how this topic may or may not apply to your unique situation or overall health. Please note, this list may contain references to mental health topics that could be triggering. GET HELP: Ready to connect with a mental health professional? Visit the You Are Not Alone, Pima County Health Department to be connected with COPE Community Services. In a crisis? Text HOME to 741741. Need further support? Call (520) 622-6000 to be connected to the Crisis Response Network. Suicide Hotline: dial 988 to be connected immediately to someone who can provide free, confidential support 24/7. The Trevor Project provides 24/7 support to the LGBTQIA+ community. Call 1-866-488-7386 or text “Start” to 678-678 to be connected to a counselor.
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