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Children's mental well-being is something close to me as I see this impact my immediate family in two different cases.

My now-7 year old nephew lost his father 2 years ago. My nephew, an already smart and hyperactive child was prone to mild epileptic seizures. Losing his father at five through a tragic ordeal affected his condition adversely (disruptive behaviour, hyperactivity, and other extreme behavioural issues). My sister, a single parent now, went through the challenge of managing him and his younger sister during this difficult time.

My other sister's (now-7 year old also) son has a diagnosed nephrotic syndrome. His condition makes him prone to bouts of low energy requiring frequent rests. At five he suffered bullying from his classmates where they locked him in the school bathroom once... in addition to subjecting him to other mocking attitudes. His mother, another single parent, juggles managing the pathological disease as well as his mental well being on almost a daily basis.

I sincerely believe that my nephews and sisters are blessed. Blessed with the resources and inner personal strength as well as the immense family support they receive from our family. This is a stark contrast to many other children for whom even the existence of any mental anxiety or issue is not recognised. Recognition, diagnosis and therapy & treatment for such cases is essential to ensure the development of a healthy minded individual at a societal level; and at a human level it is showing a child we care.

I would very much appreciate your giving atleast the minimum in support of this cause and definitely read up on the cause.

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