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Books to share with children about depression
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10-05-2016
01:36 PM
Hi, I am new to the forum and have only recently disclosed my depression to my employers, which was one of the hardest things I've had to do in my life!!. My wife and I have started to talk to our children (15) and (9) about my illness. It is hard for our youngest child to understand and I was wondering if anyone has any suggestions, maybe even picture books or children's books that deal with depression or dealing with the 'The Black Dog'?
Looking forward to your thoughts/recommendations.
Thanks everyone
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10-05-2016
04:26 PM
Hello Tri-addict, there is a book called 'I Had A Black Dog' which is worth looking up. There is a video of it on You tube too.
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11-05-2016
12:53 PM
Awesome! thanks so much Jess F
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