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Teens · Ages 13–17

Paralysis: Beating the Odds

by Addison D'marko

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

This is a memoir detailing the author's personal journey of overcoming a severe anxiety disorder and finding ways to manage their mental health.

Concern Level

52/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

31/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the memoir.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the narrative.

Profanity / Language10

Minimal or no profanity is used.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is a theme.

Suicide & Self-Harm70

The memoir directly addresses anxiety and panic attacks.

Scary / Disturbing20

Descriptions of anxiety can be unsettling for some readers.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The focus is on personal resilience and coping strategies.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No specific portrayal of Christians is present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice80

The author's journey is a testament to courage.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship20

Self-acceptance and self-care are important themes.

Forgiveness & Redemption50

Themes of hope and recovery are central.

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