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The princess and the fog : a story for children with depression / written and illustrated by Lloyd Jones ; with a contribution by Melinda Edwards, MBE and Dr. Linda Bayliss.

by Jones, Lloyd, 1955-

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Jessica Kingsley Publishers, c2015.

Depression, Mental -- Juvenile fiction.

Depression in children -- Juvenile fiction.

1 v. (unpaged) : ill. ; 25 x 25 cm.

This illustrated story is designed to be read with children aged 5-7 who are suffering from depression. Using metaphor and full of humour, it is a relatable, enjoyable, and positive read for all. The book also includes a guide for parents and carers by clinical paediatric psychologists, Melinda Edwards and Linda Bayliss Bronze Medal Winner in the Picture Books, Early Reader category of the 2015 Foreword Reviews' INDIEFAB Book of the Year Awards Once upon a time there was a Princess. She had everything a little girl could ever want, and she was happy. That is, until the fog came. The Princess and the Fog is a picture book to help sufferers of depression aged 5-7 cope with their difficult feelings. It uses vibrant illustrations, a sense of humour and metaphor to create a relatable, enjoyable story that describes the symptoms of childhood depression while also providing hope that things can get better with a little help and support. The story is also a great starting point for explaining depression to all children, especially those who may have a parent or close family member with depression. With an essential guide for parents and carers by clinical paediatric psychologists, Dr Melinda Edwards MBE and Linda Bayliss, this book will be of immeasurable value to anyone supporting a child with, or affected by, depression, including social workers, psychologists, psychiatrists, counsellors, arts therapists, pastoral care workers and school staff, as well as parents and carers.

Explains what depression is and how it affects people through a story about a princess and a fog around her that she cannot get rid of on her own.

Preschool picture book.

Edwards, Melinda.

Bayliss, Linda.

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