When Play Disappears: How Freedom, Faith, and Identity Fight Depression in Kids
When Play Disappears: How Freedom, Faith, and Identity Fight Depression in Kids  
Podcast: Celebrate Kids Podcast with Dr. Kathy
Published On: Tue Oct 14 2025
Description: Why are so many kids anxious, lonely, and unsure of who they are? In this episode, Dr. Kathy Koch and Wayne Stender unpack new research showing that a loss of play and independence is leaving kids less creative, more fearful, and increasingly depressed. Learn how restoring freedom, purpose, and connection through Dr. Kathy's Five to Thrive model can help kids rediscover joy, confidence, and identity in Christ.