Depression Help Guide
DBSA Wellness Toolbox
Collection of self-help and wellness tools to help you communicate better with your doctor, keep track of your symptoms and moods, record the progress you're making and help you reach recovery.
http://www.dbsalliance.org/site/PageServer?pagename=empower_toolbox
Depression Information from NAMI
Information from the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill (NAMI) on major depression, which includes brochures, online discussion, and related resources & links.
NIMH: Depression
National Institute of Mental Health information on bipolar disorder, which includes brochures, published studies, statistics and links to assist in finding treatment.
http://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/depression/index.shtml
Depression Bipolar Support Alliance
"The Depression Bipolar Support Alliance is is the leading patient-directed national organization focusing on the most prevalent mental illnesses. DBSA is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization that answers more than 3,000 calls per month on our toll-free information and referral line and receives over 21 million hits per year on our combined websites."
Visit the Web site to access resources: local patient-run support groups, educational materials, advocacy, and other many other supports.
DBSA: Educational Materials
DBSA web page with links to brochures of bipolar disorder and depression, all printable in html or pdf format. Brochures cover most topics related to bipolar/major depression, including general info, coping mechanisms and where to find support groups.
http://www.dbsalliance.org/site/PageServer?pagename=education_brochures_print