Sonia's Feeling Sad

One of the Books Beyond Words series for healthcare professionals, parents and carers who support people with learning disabilities

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 antidepressent 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 talking about her worries, Sonia feels 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.

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 the questions honestly.