authentic stories of the previously untold silent battles with mental health and the voices of youth, our future leaders.
Erin Raftery Ryan, Executive Director NAMI Westside LA
what people are saying about "Better Humans"
reviews
"A gift of spirit and commitment"
"If you want honesty in a book, this book offers the raw truth"
"engenders optimism, encourages empathy and inspires action"
Better Humans by Janeane Bernstein, Ed.D. is a gift of spirit, compassion, commitment and, not only honest storytelling, but also story-listening. Janeane has skillfully and sensitively created a tool in such a relatable way that I'd recommend parents consider reading it and having it in the house, at hand. Truly, there's no telling the importance and impact the conversations this book could spur and the tragedies those conversations might prevent." - Jane B.
"engenders optimism, encourages empathy and inspires action"
"If you want honesty in a book, this book offers the raw truth"
"engenders optimism, encourages empathy and inspires action"
Janeane brings her signature compassionate, introspective and inquisitive style to her new book. Driven as she always is to get to a better understanding of humanity's widespread problems and how we can face them head on, she lays a solid foundation with statistics and case studies to drill deep and uncover the factors underlying our national mental crisis, which became exacerbated and magnified by the COVID-19 pandemic. A gifted interviewer, Janeane engenders optimism, encourages empathy and inspires action through conversations with courageous Gen Z activists, sincere friends and colleagues and insightful mental health professionals. - Louse Palanker
"If you want honesty in a book, this book offers the raw truth"
"If you want honesty in a book, this book offers the raw truth"
"If you want honesty in a book, this book offers the raw truth"
Bernstein captures a range of common themes emerging from the stories told to challenge us all to stand up and work collectively to change the way our society thinks about, engages with and responds to the mental health crisis.
And in a moving and highly personal conclusion, Bernstein provides an account of her own mental health struggles, emanating from early childhood trauma. Her own trauma and lifelong efforts to overcome her own mental health crisis provides the backdrop to her empathetic, honest and heart warming interviews. If you want honesty in a book, this book offers the raw truth. - Lorraine M.
"a thought-provoking exploration of the pandemic's impact"
"a reflective and thorough evaluation of what it has meant and continues to mean to be human"
"If you want honesty in a book, this book offers the raw truth"
Better Humans" is a timely and essential book that delves into the profound effects of the pandemic on mental health. As I finished reading it today, I was struck by the author's ability to provide insightful information while maintaining a well-written narrative. What truly sets this book apart is the inclusion of numerous engaging interviews with teachers and students, adding a personal and relatable touch to the subject matter. If you're looking for a thought-provoking exploration of the pandemic's impact on our well-being, "Better Humans" is a highly recommended read. - Asya A.
"a sense of hope and empowerment in the pursuit of mental health"
"a reflective and thorough evaluation of what it has meant and continues to mean to be human"
"a reflective and thorough evaluation of what it has meant and continues to mean to be human"
What a tremendously powerful and important book written with clarity, purpose, and solutions for a global population in need of healing. Janeane Bernstein’s book is transformatively structured so that by the end, one feels a sense of hope and empowerment in the pursuit of mental health both individually and globally. A must-read for individuals, teachers, corporate bosses, and policymakers. - Vickie J.
"a reflective and thorough evaluation of what it has meant and continues to mean to be human"
"a reflective and thorough evaluation of what it has meant and continues to mean to be human"
"a reflective and thorough evaluation of what it has meant and continues to mean to be human"
I loved reading Better Humans!! This book combines the elements of personal storytelling and informative statistics to educate and empower readers in a universal way—no matter who you are, I truly believe there is a story in this book that will resonate with you. Bernstein offers a reflective and thorough evaluation of what it has meant and continues to mean, to be human before, during and now after the pandemic, no matter what your profession, experience, or identity. This book helped me reflect on how I hope to show up for my fellow humans, inspired by the variety of experiences I read!!
- Dayna Altman MPH - Mental Health Author, Entrepreneur, Speaker at Bake it Till You Make it LLC - Participant in MTV’s 2022 Mental Health Youth Action Forum at The White House with the Biden-Harris administration
everywhere books are sold
AVailable now - RELEASE DATE 8.15.23
Janeane's new book is available everywhere books are sold, including Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Vroman's, Reasonable Books, Audible and more!
Available wherever books are sold - published 2019
Janeane's first book, GET THE FUNK OUT! %^&* Happens, What to Do Next! is available on Amazon, Audible, and wherever books are sold.