Drew Copes with Depression: Coping with Depression: A Guide for Kids and Teens

Although Drew could not express the way he was feeling on the inside, his mother could sense that something was wrong with her precious boy. The things he once enjoyed were now distant memories. Tennis, drawing, school, and friends could no longer pique his interest. One day, Drew meets a doctor who specializes in his condition and is introduced to a new word he will not soon forget–“depression.” With the love and support of his family, friends, doctor, and school faculty, Drew learns to cope with this newfound medical condition. He actively uses his support to grow stronger and manage his condition. In the years to come, Drew would become a self-confident young man pursuing his passion for art while helping others.