Resource Guide for Depression

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

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.

Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance

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.

The International Foundation for Research and Education on Depression

Address:
2017-D Renard Court
Annapolis, MD 21401

Phone:
443-782-0739

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

Description of Services Provided:
This site addresses depressive illnesses, including ways to get help and 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.