It's Kind of a Funny Story by Ned Vizzini
Obviously, I have read books about people who are depressed, try to kill themselves, and end up in a psychiatric facility, but this was like none I have read before.
Craig is depressed. It all started when he began to go to this super competitive high school in Brooklyn. Even though he's making A's, it's not good enough, and he finds himself overwhelmed. He is prescribed Zoloft, but stops taking it when his prescription runs out. Not a smart move. He also has a thing for his best friend's girl. Also not smart.
One night, Craig decides he's going to kill himself. While his family sleeps, he calls the suicide hotline, and they suggest he go to the emergency room. This was a good call. Almost immediately, Craig starts to feel better about things. That seems unrealistic to me, but it does move the story along. Craig meets people, makes friends, and finds himself.
In all, it was a cute story. More lighthearted than most about depression, and I liked that.
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