Child ‘anxiety’
Charlie is about your age. Charlie can’t stop worrying about things. Most days Charlie can’t concentrate at school
because of the worry that something bad will happen. Charlie worries about lots of different things, like school work
or what people say. Charlie often gets very tired but can’t calm down or get to sleep because of the worry. Sometimes
Charlie’s heart beats very fast, Charlie sweats a lot and can’t sit still. Charlie often feels sick with worry and keeps
asking teachers and friends if everything is going to be OK.
Child ‘depression’
Alex is about your age. For the last few weeks Alex has been feeling very sad. Most days Alex can’t be bothered
with school. Alex used to have lots of hobbies and liked playing with friends a lot, but now Alex doesn’t want to
join in. Alex won’t join in any school clubs or try any new games. Alex says, ‘I won’t be able to learn how to do it.
I am not good enough’. Alex often looks tired and isn’t eating as much at lunchtime. Alex often has headaches, feels
sleepy and can’t concentrate at school. Alex doesn’t talk to people unless asked questions and hardly ever smiles.