"The
Depressed Child: A Parent's Guide for Rescuing
Kids"
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Written for parents, this book describes
the symptoms and causes of depression in children.
A rescue plan is provided and gives parents practical
ways to help their child. The book is easy to read
and understand. |
"The
Childhood Depression Sourcebook"
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Written for parents, the book provides
information on why children get depressed, symptoms,
treatment, and the differences between childhood
depression and adult depression. |
"The
Little Chairs"
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Written for young children, this story is
about a family dealing with Daddy's depression.
Upbeat and sensitive, this book is suitable for reading
aloud. |
"The
Depressed Child and Adolescent"
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Written by a group of experts, this book
contains 13 essays focusing on the causes and treatment
of depression in children. |
"Sad
Days, Glad Days, A Story About Depression"
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Written for ages 5-8, the story is of a
girl who wants a kitten, but her Mom, who is depressed,
thinks it will take too much energy to care for. A
helpful book for explaining adult depression to
children. |
"Lonely,
Sad and Angry"
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Parents are in the best
position to recognize the signs of depression.
This book helps parents to identify depression and
anger, and provides tools to help, and information on
treatments and medication. |
"Straight
Talk About Psychiatric Medications for Kids"
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Helps parents to
understand what the doctor is recommending, and what
options are available. Provides up-to-date
information on medications, and suggestions on
communicating with the doctors treating your child. |
"The
Bipolar Child-The Definitive and Reassuring Guide to
Childhood's Most Misunderstood Disorder"
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For caregivers of
bipolar children, this book provides a thorough look at
early-onset bipolar disorder. The authors caution
that nearly one-third of children diagnosed with
attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may
actually be bipolar (previously called manic depression). |
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Tip: If you or anyone in your
family suffers from depression, watch your children
closely for the 