Download the worksheets (PDF)
Two free childhood depression worksheets in one download: an emoji mood check-in a child of roughly seven to twelve completes with you, and a caregiver guide to recognizing the signs and supporting a child at home.
What this worksheet covers
This childhood depression worksheet set is two sheets for one family. The child’s sheet uses an emoji scale, from Happy to Very Sad. It is rated at four points in the day: most of the time, on waking, after school and before bed. The second is written for the adults.
One more worksheet on this topic
One sheet for the child, one for the adults around them. The mood check-in is the sheet this page hands over first; the caregiver guide below is written for parents, and is given to them away from the child.
Using these in session
Use the child’s sheet in session and send the caregiver sheet home. Sit with the child for the emoji ratings, which cover the past two weeks and are quicker to answer than a question about mood. The four time points matter more than the scores: waking low and school-time low mean different things. Your clients can then follow up with the open prompts about what makes them feel happy. Give the caregiver sheet to the adults separately, so the child is not reading a list of their own symptoms.
What the download includes
Two printable pages, one per worksheet, each with its source cited on the sheet. The child’s sheet: a face-rating grid for four times of day over the past two weeks, then boxes for what makes them happy or sad, who they can talk to and what helps. The caregiver sheet: what childhood depression is, the signs to recognize, how to talk about it, what helps at home, and when to act straight away.
My Mood Check-In (child’s sheet)
One page: a face-rating grid for four times of day over the past two weeks, then boxes for what makes them happy or sad, who they can talk to and what helps.
Managing Childhood Depression: Caregiver Guide
One page for the adults: what childhood depression is, the signs to recognize, how to talk about it, what helps at home, and when to act straight away.
Why these worksheets matter
A depression worksheet for therapists to assess and address childhood depression, helping kids express emotions, identify challenges, and set goals.
Administering depression worksheets like this one can provide invaluable insights into a child’s emotional and mental well-being. These tools facilitate open dialogue, helping children articulate feelings that may otherwise go unexpressed. By using depression worksheets, therapists can identify early signs of depression, understand the child’s daily experiences, and recognize patterns in their mood and behavior.
What the Worksheet Does:
- Encourages children to express their emotions.
- Assesses the child’s daily activities and interests.
- Identifies negative thoughts and behavioral changes.
- Highlights the child’s support system and coping strategies.
- Sets achievable goals to improve mood and well-being.
Why the Worksheet is Essential:
Depression worksheets are essential for early detection and intervention in childhood depression. They empower children to communicate their inner world and equip therapists with a structured approach to address their needs. Early intervention through these worksheets can significantly improve outcomes, making them a critical component of child therapy.
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