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Mimip
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Ladies,
One of my closest friends confided in me that her 11 year old is having some issues with depression and anxiety. Does anyone have any good Catholic or Christian resources that she could read?
This is her middle child, a girl and she has dealt with similar issues with her second son but she feels like her daughter's issues have been harder to deal with. They have depression in the family and she is scared about the long term.
Blessings and thanks in advance,
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Wife of 16 years to Tom, Mom of DD'00, DD'02, '04(in heaven) DS'05, DS'08 and DS '12
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I do not know of any specific books but I believe that Catholic Charities has counseling service available for people of all ages. Your friend could reach out to them to see what help they can offer. I think that all services would be on a sliding scale so that it's possible that the cost could be minimized.
I will pray for your friend and her children.
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Catholic Guide to Depression
I have this book because the author is a very good friend of my sister and because my mom suffers from depression. I think it is the only one of it's kind. We were told to skip the introduction as it is a little heady but that the rest is supposed to be very good. I happened to hear Aaron on the radio the other day and he was excellent! I wanted to read the book more after hearing him. It all seemed very hopeful.
The following was posted to an email group I belong to, but my friend has allowed it to be shared. I included her email in its entirety to give you some background information and explanation for the link. I haven't watched it, but she does mention to preview or to be careful if little ones are around.
While the video is probably more than what your friend is dealing with (suicide), maybe she can benefit from something she writes or something on the YouTube post.
God bless! This must be so hard!
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Dear Friends,
Over the past 10 months, I have come to you asking for prayers after a surprise and devastating attack from the enemy on our family (please see the video at the end of this email). I have been blessed to be able to share with many of you in person the details of how our lives changed forever since that time. I also have been inspired by hearing your family experiences with depression.
In conjunction with a parish in southern Riverside County, we have started a support group for depressed teens and a group for parents at the same time (I've attached the flyer with details). The first meeting will be Saturday, October 5, and will meet every first Saturday of the month.
This is the only group of its kind in Southern California and beyond and is open to all teens ages 13-17, so if you have a neighbor, relative, friend, or acquaintance who might be helped by attending, please pass it on. Also, consider giving it to your schools and pastors so they know it's a resource.
We have been on a roller coaster ride of near tragedy, healing, redemption, and hope that could be described only as grace received directly from the hand of God, our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, and all the angels and saints, in cooperation with you, the Church Militant. Your love and prayers carried us through these times and will continue in those yet to come.
Teen depression, suicide, and violence have become an epidemic in this country. As Catholic homeschoolers, it poses a unique issue as we reconcile it with our faith, pro-life convictions, and society's taboo of the subject. Struggling with depression does not mean we are bad Catholics. It means we must seek help for recovery--as we would for any illness--in order to feel the love of our Creator again. I have found that the Catholic Church is ahead of other religious organization in its understanding and charity when it comes to issues of depression and self-harm, and the many priests who have ministered to us during this time reflect that. The Catechism contains a clear and beautiful explanation of the Church's standing on suicide (2280 to 2283).
My sons have made a video explaining the events that have occurred (due to disturbing facts and images, it may not be suitable for some children). It is my son's hope and desire that he can reach depressed teens and inspire them to receive proper help. He thought he was the only one to experience the constant darkness, sadness, internal anger, and despair he felt for years. Unfortunately, since he exhibited no symptoms, we didn't know. Praise God, he is doing so well now!
The video below gives more details. Please send it to families or your other groups that can benefit, and use it in any way you are inspired.
You Can't Be Erased
Feel free to discuss these issues with Scott, myself, or my son. We are not ashamed. However, we use discretion when around children, and my son will not approach another child or teen to initiate a discussion on the subject. As parents, what you share with your children is your decision.
In Christ's love,
Carol
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Erica in San Diego
(dh)Cash, Emily, Grace, Nicholas, Isabella, Annie, Luke, Max, Peter, 2 little souls ++, and sweet Rose who is legally ours!
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