Depression is more common than we think, and can affect people of all ages.

Depression can be a scary word for some, and also something that is hard to understand. This book helps explain Depression and how people can help sufferers and even more importantly what it is, so it can be recognised, which can than lead on to getting help.

This series of books, ideally to be read between a child and grownup, are written by those who understand the topic personally. In A Kid’s Book About Depression, author Kileah first introduces herself and then the topic.

She highlights that it can sound scary, but then explains the feelings that came with depression and how confusing it was.

A fog descends upon depression sufferers, blotting out any happiness, colour or security and the overwhelming sadness is hard to tackle. Even feelings themselves were blocked out. Kileah explains more of what it’s like to have depression to help recognise the symptoms.

But as in all of the books in this series, solutions are provided, and with depression it begins with talking to someone about how you feel, or don’t feel. First steps are given to get the help needed for those with depression. Everyone is different and multiple options are discussed to help find the right solution.

Asking for help is one of the key options, along with talking to someone you trust.

There are no pictures within this book series, but fonts and colours throughout help tell the story.

Author – Kileah Mcllvain

Age – 7+

(2025, DK, Penguin Random House, Series, Feelings, Sadness, Melancholy, Depression, Fog, Sad thoughts, Understanding, Talking to someone, Getting Help)