Sonia's Feeling Sad

Product Description:

Sonia is feeling sad and worried. Her family want to find some help for her and take her to see the doctor. The doctor gives her antidepressant medication. Sonia does not feel better and returns to see the doctor. This time he decides to send her to see a counsellor. After some time to talk about her worries Sonia feels much better.

The story is told in pictures alone to allow for individual interpretation. If you are reading the book with a friend who has a learning disability, try encouraging them to tell the story in their own way. As well as the pictures, a sample storyline is included, with additional background information including organisations that can help.
• Some people will be able to follow the story without any help.
• Most people will be able to follow the story with some help from you.

You may want to give the person the whole book to look at or you could choose just a few pictures that you think will be particularly relevant. The book will give you the opportunity to provide as much support and reassurance as is needed by the person you are supporting and to answer their questions honestly.