The manga “Somnus” was created by UNESCO together with MIUManga to help support teenagers’ mental well-being.

Somnus is a manga designed as a practical tool for working with older adolescents aged 14–17. This publication aims to support teenagers in taking care of their mental health.

Through an engaging and relatable story, readers learn:

• what mental health is and why it is just as important as physical health;
• how to recognize stress, anxiety and their own emotions;
• where and from whom they can seek support;
• how self-help skills work in everyday life.

Somnus also includes interactive exercises, such as the quiz “How am I feeling today?”, as well as short practical tips that help reduce tension, restore balance and build daily self-care habits.

The publication was developed by UNESCO Ukraine in partnership with MIUManga, with the support of the Government of Japan.