Head case
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2007
Alex, who has schizophrenia, navigates high school and a budding romance while managing her mental health.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentKissing and romantic tension are present between Alex and Ben.
Minor conflict and arguments occur between characters.
No profanity is present in the text.
No blasphemous content is included.
No substance abuse is depicted.
Alex experiences hallucinations and struggles with her mental illness.
Alex's hallucinations can be unsettling at times.
No occult themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story focuses on personal struggles and relationships.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceAlex shows courage in facing her mental health challenges.
Faith is not a central theme in this story.
Alex and Ben develop a caring relationship.
Understanding and empathy are shown towards Alex's struggles.
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