Depression in Children and Adolescents

Harold S. Koplewicz

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Depression in Children and Adolescents

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Harold S. Koplewicz

Reading Level 6 11ME Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

The silence in the classroom is louder than ever as Jamie stares blankly at the chalkboard. No one knows why the laughter has stopped or why the colors seem to have faded away. But Jamie's story is just beginning, and what happens next could change everything.

Themes

Depression in childrenChild psychologyAdolescent psychologyComing of AgeMental Health

Quick Assessment

This book offers an accessible exploration of depression in children and adolescents, presenting clinical and psychiatric insights in a way that is understandable for middle-grade readers. It aims to foster awareness and empathy around mental health challenges faced by young people. Suitable for ages 9-12, it provides valuable information without graphic content, making it a helpful resource for parents and educators.

For Parents

Content Intensity

11ME — Moderate — Emotional
Emotional
Moderate
Physical
Clear
Social
Light
Thematic
Light

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

266 pages
ISBN
9781138953123
Pages
266
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Group
Published
2015
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Subjects

Depression in ChildrenChild PsychologyAdolescent PsychologyDepression in AdolescenceDépression Chez L'enfantDépression Chez L'adolescentMedicalGynecology & Obstetrics