Everyday children face difficulties because of mental illness. Mental illnesses cover a wide range and can include diagnoses of major depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder. Each of these conditions can severely affect the everyday lives of the individual, but with help they can be overcome. There is a large amount of help out there for children, parents, friends, siblings of those who are dealing with mental illness.
National Alliance on Mental Illness
Psychology Info - Information on Depression
National Institute for Mental Health - Helpful site for Bipolar Diseases