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Psychology Information
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Depression
information and treatment. Depression is one of the most common
psychological problems, affecting nearly everyone through either personal
experience or through depression in a family member. Each year over 17
million American adults experience a period of clinical depression. An estimated 50% of all women and 35% of all men in
distressed relationships are depressed. This highly recommended site has links to
many depression information resources including depression self-assessment tools.
Depression can be treated when it is diagnosed. (use your own judgment on the
links.) |
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Depression Screening Online |
An online
measure of the symptoms of depression. |
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NYU Medical Center |
The mission of the NYU
Langone Medical Center Department of Psychiatry is to improve the health and
well being of our patient population. We achieve this by delivering
state-of-the art psychiatric services and care. As a team, we are committed
to providing prompt access to services in a caring and confidential
environment. |
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National Institute
of Mental Health on Depression |
US Government
health organization resources on depression |
| Medscape |
A very comprehensive and technical medical site with
a mental health section. Recommended for professionals. |
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American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
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Warning signs
and risk factors as well as what to do in a n emergency |
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Suicide Prevention Resource Center |
Information
about warning signs and risk factors for suicide |
| If you are worried about
someone in your life as a possible suicide risk call 1-800-273-8255 |
This is the
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. Call now if you or someone you
know is at risk of suicide. Call 1-800-273-8255 |
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Help for Depression website is
http://www.helpfordepression.com/ |
Help for Depression provides a very comprehensive explanation of the various
approaches and treatments for depression as a critical starting point for
individuals and/or their loved ones.
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