Research shows that approximately one in ten children in the UK are known to suffer from severe psychological disorders such as depression, obsessive thoughts, anxiety and self-harm. It is suggested that teachers and schools can play a key role in supporting these children as around 40% of them don’t receive and kind of specialist help.

Further Information

http://www.ru-ok.com/
http://www.itsallright.org
www.headroom.net.au
The site below suggests that there are links between lack of deep sleep and depression. It is not specific to children but might be of interest.
http://www.clinical-depression.co.uk/Understanding_Depression/Understanding.htm