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Resource Guide for Depression

RESOURCES

Address: 120 Wall St, 22nd floor New York, NY 10005

Phone: 1-888-333-AFSP (1-888-333-2377)

Internet Address: http://www.afsp.org/

Description of Services Provided: This site is devoted to helping prevent suicide. It includes pages on the relationship between depressive disorders and suicide, steps for prevention, help for survivors, and related resources.

RESOURCES

Address: 730 N. Franklin St, Suite 501 Chicago, IL 60610-7224

Phone: 1-800-826-3632

Internet Address: http://www.dbsalliance.org/

Description of Services Provided: This site provides information on mood disorders, such as a list of support groups with chapters, personal stories, programs, publications, resources, and advocacy.

RESOURCES

Address: PO Box 17598 Baltimore, MD 21297-1598

Phone: 443-782-0739

Internet Address: http://www.ifred.org/

Description of Services Provided: This site addresses depressive illnesses, offers support and ways to find help to those dealing with depression, and includes an on-line newsletter.

RESOURCES

Address: Public Information and Communications Branch 6001 Executive Boulevard, Room 8184, MSC 9663 Bethesda, MD 20892-9663

Phone: 1-866-615-6464 (toll-free)

Internet Address: http://www.nimh.nih.gov/

Description of Services Provided: NIMH is part of the National Institutes of Health. It provides information about depression, including symptoms and treatment, and ways to locate mental health services in your area.

Revision Information

  • Reviewer: Brian Randall
  • Review Date: 09/2012
  • Update Date: 00/91/2012

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