About the Book
From this book, come to understand the causes of your child's depression and find out how to assess his or her symptoms and behaviors.
Once a child's initial or ongoing depression has been established, this book offers you a step-by-step program for advocating for his or her care. Learn to evaluate which therapies are most appropriate for your particular situation, how and when to seek professional help, and how to understand the pharmacological treatments used with children today. Find out about other diagnoses associated with depression that may be affecting your child. The book stresses ways in which your whole family can participate in your child's wellness by reinforcing cognitive-behavioral techniques at home. These include disciplining your child without exacerbating symptoms, learning how to help your child think positively by monitoring his or her thoughts, encouraging positive affirmations, and helping with visualization techniques and deep breathing.