The Success Trap: How the Pressure to Stand Out Is Fueling Anxiety, Depression, and Burnout in Teens--And the Fundamental Fix They Deserve -- Stuart Slavin, Hardcover
It's not just the phones. This crucial new investigation into the teen mental health epidemic reveals how rising expectations in school, extracurriculars, and daily life have driven unprecedented levels of anxiety and depression--and shows what you can do about it. "A call to action for every parent, educator, and policymaker . . . Let it change the way we support our youth on the challenging journey of staying grounded, connected, and inspired."--Daniel J. Siegel, New York Times bestselling author of Brainstorm, Mind, and Mindsight
Pediatrician, researcher, and former Associate Dean for Curriculum at the Saint Louis University School of Medicine, Dr. Stuart Slavin draws on his experiences working to reverse burnout and anxiety among high-achieving students to argue that the problem isn't just technology--it's also the system that demands constant performance. In The Success Trap, he demonstrates how the culture of achievement has become a key contributor to the teen mental health crisis, and how it can be reimagined for better outcomes and greater well-being. From school and sports to college admissions and parental and societal expectations, young people are navigating an environment where success is demanded at every turn--often at the cost of their well-being. During his tenure as Dean of Curriculum at the Saint Louis University School of Medicine, Dr. Slavin led a program that resulted in an 80% decrease in rates of depression and anxiety among his medical students--all while improving academic outcomes. Based on his successes, parents will learn to:
- Teach resilience
- Reduce demands and pressure
- And provide kids with more control, more choice, and more opportunities to find meaning and joy
Author: Stuart Slavin
Publisher: Ten Speed Press
Published: 8/25/2026
Pages: 320
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.2 lbs
Size: 9.1" H x 6" L x 1.2" W
ISBN: 9780593839386
