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A
message from Erika's Lighthouse, A
Beacon of Hope for Adolescent Depression:
It is holiday time and the season is full of excitement and
expectations. Yet, there can be a gap
between our hopes and expectations of the holidays and the actual experience -which
can lead to holiday stress. This year in
particular, many families are facing financial challenges and holiday stress
can be experienced as anxiety and even depression. When a person is feeling out
of step with the season of celebration, difficult emotions like anxiety and
depression can be magnified. If you have
questions, or are worried about the emotional well being of your child, please
visit our web site at www.erikaslighthouse.org.
Erika's Lighthouse is dedicated to
educating students, parents and teachers about childhood and adolescent
depression. Our Parent Handbook on Childhood and Adolescent Depression which is a "parent to parent discussion on
childhood depression" can be found there in a PDF and a spiral bound
copy can be ordered at Amazon.com. A flyer which provides a description of the
handbook and signs of childhood depression is
attached. Remember, there is no
"perfect" gift, family or holiday - rather our children need our
presence to help them grow healthy and strong.
Best wishes for a healthy and happy year.
Peggy Kubert, LCSW
Executive Director, Erika's Lighthouse
