--- title: Depression url: 'https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/mental-health/depression' markdown: 'https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/mental-health/depression.md' date: '2026-10-15' --- # Depression ### Filter by type: - [ Video ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/mental-health/depression?type=Video) - [ Guide ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/mental-health/depression?type=Guide) - [ Article ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/mental-health/depression?type=Article) - [ Factsheet ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/mental-health/depression?type=Factsheet) - [ Transcript ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/mental-health/depression?type=Transcript) - [ All ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/mental-health/depression) ![](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/user/pages/05.mental-health/01.depression/what-is-depression-in-children/how-do-i-suport-a-child-with-Depression.jpg) ### Video: What is Depression in Children? [Video: What is Depression in Children?](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/mental-health/depression/what-is-depression-in-children) This film explains how to identify and help a child showing the symptoms of depression. [ Depression ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Depression) ![](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/user/pages/05.mental-health/01.depression/depression-guide/is-your-child-depressed.jpg) ### Guide: Depression Guide [Guide: Depression Guide](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/mental-health/depression/depression-guide) A road map to help you navigate supporting a child or a pupil who might be depressed. Use this to find our most useful content. [ Depression ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Depression) ![](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/user/pages/03.toolkit/06.ask-dr-bettina/helping-a-child-showing-signs-of-depression/sad-child-with-mum-in-background.jpg) ### Video: Helping a child showing signs of depression [Video: Helping a child showing signs of depression](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/toolkit/ask-dr-bettina/helping-a-child-showing-signs-of-depression) My daughter is 14 and is struggling with depression and her mental health. We are waiting for therapy, but what can we do in the meantime? [ Depression ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Depression) ![](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/user/pages/05.mental-health/how-to-talk-to-your-child-about-mental-health/ptsd-video.jpg) ### Article: How to talk to your child about mental health [Article: How to talk to your child about mental health](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/mental-health/how-to-talk-to-your-child-about-mental-health) By creating an open, ongoing dialogue, we can encourage children to develop a healthy and informed view of mental health. [ Home Life ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Home%20Life) [ Anxiety ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Anxiety) [ ADHD ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:ADHD) [ Depression ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Depression) [ Autism ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Autism) [ OCD ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:OCD) ![](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/user/pages/03.toolkit/04.school-life/practical-classroom-tips-for-neurodivergence-and-mental-health/OCDStill005.jpg) ### Factsheet: Practical classroom tips for neurodivergence and mental health [Factsheet: Practical classroom tips for neurodivergence and mental health](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/toolkit/school-life/practical-classroom-tips-for-neurodivergence-and-mental-health) Here are some simple tips to help accommodate the different needs of children in the classroom [ Anxiety ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Anxiety) [ School Life ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:School%20Life) [ Depression ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Depression) [ Autism ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Autism) [ Neurodivergence ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Neurodivergence) [ PTSD ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:PTSD) [ OCD ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:OCD) [ ODD ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:ODD) [ Conduct Disorder ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Conduct%20Disorder) ![](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/user/pages/03.toolkit/04.school-life/tips-for-teachers/ptsd-in-the-classroom-tips-for-teachers/ptsd-in-children.jpg) ### Video: PTSD in the classroom - Tips for Teachers [Video: PTSD in the classroom - Tips for Teachers](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/toolkit/school-life/tips-for-teachers/ptsd-in-the-classroom-tips-for-teachers) In this 4-minute film, Dr Sian Williams gives Tips for Teachers who either have a child or children in their class who are experiencing symptoms of Post-Traumatic… [ Anxiety ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Anxiety) [ Depression ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Depression) [ Trauma ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Trauma) [ PTSD ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:PTSD) ![](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/user/pages/03.toolkit/03.home-life/families-under-pressure/managing-negative-feelings/negative-feelings.jpg) ### Video: 11. Managing Negative Feelings [Video: 11. Managing Negative Feelings](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/toolkit/home-life/families-under-pressure/managing-negative-feelings) Actor Julie Hesmondhalgh talks through a calming toolkit for your child and explains how to encourage children to reflect on their emotions. [ Home Life ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Home%20Life) [ Depression ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Depression) ![](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/user/pages/05.mental-health/01.depression/identifying-depression-at-school-tips-for-teachers/Depression-in-school.jpg) ### Factsheet: Identifying Depression at School: Tips For Teachers [Factsheet: Identifying Depression at School: Tips For Teachers](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/mental-health/depression/identifying-depression-at-school-tips-for-teachers) Learn the key symptoms of depression in children, how it presents at different ages, and practical steps teachers can take to support pupils and seek help… [ School Life ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:School%20Life) [ Depression ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Depression) ![](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/user/pages/05.mental-health/unsure-about-therapy/mental-health-awarenesss.webp) ### Video: Feeling unsure about therapy? Here's what you need to know [Video: Feeling unsure about therapy? Here's what you need to know](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/mental-health/unsure-about-therapy) Most of our films are made for parents and school staff. This one is different. Created by the UK Trauma Council, it speaks directly to young people who… [ Anxiety ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Anxiety) [ Depression ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Depression) [ Grief ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Grief) [ Trauma ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Trauma) [ PTSD ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:PTSD) ![](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/user/pages/05.mental-health/05.self-harm/self-harm-in-children/emiy-self-harm.jpg) ### Video: Self Harm in Children [Video: Self Harm in Children](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/mental-health/self-harm/self-harm-in-children) This film sees Dr Sian Williams give parents and carers who discover that their child is self-harming advice and tips to help them feel empowered, and… [ Anxiety ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Anxiety) [ Depression ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Depression) [ Self Harm ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Self%20Harm) ![](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/user/pages/03.toolkit/03.home-life/tips-for-parents/supporting-your-child-through-grief/grief_parents_preview-1.jpg) ### Video: Supporting your child through grief [Video: Supporting your child through grief](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/toolkit/home-life/tips-for-parents/supporting-your-child-through-grief) In this video, with Dr Sian Williams, we share 8 compassionate, practical tips to help you support a child after a death, using clear language, emotional… [ Home Life ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Home%20Life) [ Depression ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Depression) [ Grief ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Grief) ![](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/user/pages/02.challenges/04.grief-and-loss/supporting-your-pupils-through-grief/Grief_Teachers_Preview.jpg) ### Video: Supporting your pupils through grief [Video: Supporting your pupils through grief](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/challenges/grief-and-loss/supporting-your-pupils-through-grief) Whether a child in your class is sad, angry, withdrawn, overwhelmed, or appears “absolutely fine”, this guide will help you create safety, communicate… [ School Life ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:School%20Life) [ Depression ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Depression) [ Grief ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Grief) ![](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/user/pages/02.challenges/02.bullying/how-bullying-affects-childrens-mental-health/how-bullying-affects-children-mental-health-1.webp) ### Article: How bullying affects childrens long-term mental health [Article: How bullying affects childrens long-term mental health](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/challenges/bullying/how-bullying-affects-childrens-mental-health) It's no secret that bullying can affect mental health in children. But did you know that the effect of bullying can lead to long-term conditions such as… [ Bullying ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Bullying) [ Anxiety ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Anxiety) [ Depression ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Depression) ![](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/user/pages/05.mental-health/01.depression/helping-children-with-depression/child-depressed-at-school.jpg) ### Article: Helping children with depression [Article: Helping children with depression](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/mental-health/depression/helping-children-with-depression) By understanding risk factors for depression and supporting children to meet these challenges, we can encourage better mental health outcomes. [ Depression ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Depression) ![](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/user/pages/03.toolkit/04.school-life/tips-for-teachers/depressive-symptoms-tips-for-teachers/depressive-symptons-in-kids.jpg) ### Video: Depressive Symptoms: Tips for Teachers [Video: Depressive Symptoms: Tips for Teachers](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/toolkit/school-life/tips-for-teachers/depressive-symptoms-tips-for-teachers) Children who have been exposed to a bereavement, parental divorce or separation, moving house and neighbourhood, family ill health, parental mental illness… [ Bullying ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Bullying) [ Anxiety ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Anxiety) [ School Life ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:School%20Life) [ Depression ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Depression) [ Grief ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Grief) [ Trauma ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Trauma) ![](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/user/pages/05.mental-health/01.depression/key-signs-of-depression-in-children/key-signs-of-depression.webp) ### Article: Key signs of depression in children [Article: Key signs of depression in children](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/mental-health/depression/key-signs-of-depression-in-children) Depression in children affects around 2.8% of people under the age of 13 and 5.6% of 13-18-year-olds. An estimated 20% of people will have had one depressive… [ Depression ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Depression) ![](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/user/pages/05.mental-health/01.depression/how-to-spot-depression-in-children/Depression.00_04_49_11.Still007.jpg) ### Video: How to spot depression in children [Video: How to spot depression in children](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/mental-health/depression/how-to-spot-depression-in-children) Teachers can support depressed children through careful observation, sensitive classroom adjustments, encouraging friendships, promoting healthy habits,… [ School Life ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:School%20Life) [ Depression ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Depression) ![](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/user/pages/05.mental-health/01.depression/depression-and-me/depression-and-me.jpg) ### Video: Depression and me [Video: Depression and me](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/mental-health/depression/depression-and-me) This short film features real-life accounts of Depression experienced by young people. Through their words, we see the importance of early intervention… [ Bullying ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Bullying) [ Anxiety ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Anxiety) [ Depression ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Depression) [ Lived Experience ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Lived%20Experience) ![](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/user/pages/02.challenges/03.online-harm/social-media-and-body-image/how-bullying-affects-children-mental-health-1.webp) ### Video: Social Media and Body Image [Video: Social Media and Body Image](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/challenges/online-harm/social-media-and-body-image) In this film, we speak with children between the ages of 7 and 13 about their online experiences, what they have seen, and what they wish they hadn’t … [ Bullying ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Bullying) [ Anxiety ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Anxiety) [ Depression ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Depression) [ Online Harm ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Online%20Harm) ![](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/user/pages/04.neurodivergence/barriers-to-learning-why-children-might-not-be-engaged-in-school/how-schools-can-be-inclusive.jpg) ### Article: Barriers to learning: why children might not be engaged in school [Article: Barriers to learning: why children might not be engaged in school](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/neurodivergence/barriers-to-learning-why-children-might-not-be-engaged-in-school) Explore the many reasons children may struggle to engage at school, from sensory overwhelm and neurodivergent needs to anxiety, bullying and life stresses.… [ Anxiety ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Anxiety) [ School Life ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:School%20Life) [ ADHD ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:ADHD) [ Depression ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Depression) [ Autism ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Autism) [ OCD ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:OCD) ![](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/user/pages/05.mental-health/01.depression/can-children-be-depressed/sad-child-with-mum-in-background.jpg) ### Factsheet: Can children be depressed? [Factsheet: Can children be depressed?](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/mental-health/depression/can-children-be-depressed) What to do if you think your child or a child you are caring for is depressed. Signs and symptoms to watch out for, when to refer for extra help, and how… [ Bullying ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Bullying) [ School Life ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:School%20Life) [ Home Life ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Home%20Life) [ Depression ](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/results/tag:Depression) ![](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/user/pages/04.neurodivergence/02.autism/transcript-or-comorbidity-in-autistic-children/comorbidity-video.jpg) ### Transcript: Autism and comorbid conditions in children [Transcript: Autism and comorbid conditions in children](https://nipinthebud.trilbyhost.com/neurodivergence/autism/transcript-or-comorbidity-in-autistic-children) This is the transcript of the film about Autism and conditions that often accompany it, known as 'comorbid' conditions. 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