Coming clean
Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1995
A teenager named Alex struggles with addiction and seeks help to overcome it.
Concern Level
Extreme
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Extreme
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSome discussions of past sexual encounters occur in Alex's story.
Alex experiences consequences of drug use, including some violence.
Profanity is present, reflecting the harsh realities of addiction.
Mild blasphemy may appear in moments of distress.
The central theme is Alex's struggle with drug addiction.
Alex experiences despair, touching on self-harm ideation.
The gritty reality of addiction can be unsettling.
Occult themes or witchcraft are not part of the story.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are prominent.
The story focuses on personal struggle, not a specific worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceAlex shows significant courage in seeking recovery and facing challenges.
Faith is not a primary focus, but hope is explored.
Supportive relationships offer glimpses of love and care.
The journey towards recovery highlights themes of repentance and change.
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