Resource Guide Resource Guide for Depression
by
Amy Scholten, MPH
American Foundation for Suicide PreventionAddress: 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. Depression and Bipolar Support AllianceAddress: 730 N. Franklin St, Suite 501 Chicago, IL 60610-7224 Phone: 1-800-826-3632 Internet Address: http://www.dbsalliance.org/site/PageServer?pagename=home 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. The International Foundation for Research and Education on DepressionAddress: 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. National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)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. Last reviewed September 2012 by Brian Randall Last Updated: 09/11/2012
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