Depression

Depression information and resources

About Depression - Articles, a weekly newsletter, support chats and forums, a depression screening quiz, links to resources, and drug information.

All About Depression - Depression, it's causes, diagnosis, and treatment. Discussion board, newsletter, Web and book resources, news and research, and online assessments and workshops.

Alternative Approach to Depression Recovery - The Depression Antidotes Newsletter archive, inspirational poetry, depression test directory, coaching programme information, personal story, ebook, free Depression Check List.

The Autism Home Page - Cotard Syndrome (the delusion that one is dead), Fregoli Syndrome, and Capgras Syndrome.

Beyondblue - the national depression initiative - Information about depression to consumers, carers and health professionals.

BluePages Depression Information - Information about depression compiled by the Australian National University's Centre for Mental Health Research.

Brain Drain: Depression in Men - Information about depression in men, from a layman's view by Angus Bancroft.

Challenges Online - Topics on therapy for depression, anxiety, pain, and grief. Listen live to a radio show, join the chat room, reading list, and contests.

The Clinical Depression Page - A site about Clinical Depression: the myths, symptoms, treatment, personal experience, ways to help a depressed person and links.

Clinical Depression.com - Links to depression medications, depression news, and reading list.

Coping With Depression - Online course focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of depression as well as the stigma, biological, environmental, and genetic nature of depression.

Cure for Unhappiness - Unhappiness and grief - causes and cures.

Dealing with Depression - A multi-lingual educational site created to dispel some of the myths and misconceptions surrounding depression.

Depnet - Online information - symptoms, treatment modalities, news articles and interactive support for teenage and adult Australians afflicted depressive illnesses.

depressed.ws - Information and links about clinical depression, including self-help and support.

Depression - Diagnosis and treatment of depression.

Depression - Information about the different types of depression, causes and symptoms, and an outline of various treatment options.

Depression - An Unknown Evil - Symptoms, self-help, pages for friends helping people with depression, facts about self-harm and suicide, and an email help line.

Depression - For Teens By Teens - Signs and symptoms, real life stories,statistics and facts, causes and medical information.

Depression - Influences and Solutions - Personality theory and depression from the existential and spiritual or transpersonal view.

Depression - Patient Education - Patient Education on Depression, offered in English and Spanish.

Depression Advances - Treatment advances for major depressive disorder and resources from the pharmaceutical company, Eli Lilly - newsletter, PowerPoint presentation about depression and a symptom checklist.

Depression: An Introduction - Information and symptoms of depression with a depression support site and information for friends and family. Also includes information on antidepressants, therapy, suicide, myths, books, poetry, and links.

Depression and Alternative Health - Links to articles on antidepressants, herbs and depression.

Depression and Anxiety Information Page - Information about anxiety and depression including signs, symptoms, treatment, solutions, product reviews, overviews of major prescription drugs, side effects, warnings and alternatives.

Depression and Manic Depression - The causes and treatments of both bipolar (manic) depression and depression.

Depression Cure - The Glass Belljar - A self-help guide for sufferers of depression and their loved ones, including case studies, treatment, therapy, advice, news and information about depression.

Depression Depot - Information on the causes and treatment of Major Depression, depression links, information on anti-depressants, non-drug therapy, and personal experience.

Depression: Doctor's Guide to the Internet - Recent medical news and information for patients or friends/parents of patients diagnosed with depression and depression-related disorders.

Depression from Ladies Home Journal - Information on symptoms of depression including postpartum depression in new mothers, ways to manage depression and stress and depression.

Depression Help and Prevention - Depression help, information on symptoms and cure of different types of depression, recommended books, self help courses, and articles.

Depression Help For You - Help and resources to sufferers of depression.

Depression: How to Treat and Manage it Properly - Discusses depression and some options available for treating it. Also includes information on symptoms, causes, affects, and management.

Depression Information - Offers information on multiple different types of depression from both traditional and alternative views.

Depression Information and Screening - Offers confidential depression screening test online. Provides information on symptoms, treatments and how to find help.

Depression Information at iVillage.com - Information on symptoms, treatment options and strategies for managing depression.

Depression Resource Center - Medical news, information, articles, links, message boards, and books.

Depression Self Assessment Quiz - Depression symptoms and treatments. Take a quiz to assess risk for depression.

Depression WebWorld - Articles on depression and antidepressant therapy.

Depression Week - Information about the prevention, symptoms and medications for depression. An online newsletter about the battle against depression.

DepressionDoctor.com - An online psychiatrist describes depression and its treatment. Includes symptoms, patient stories and online testing.

DepressioNet - A comprehensive source of information, help, and support for people who have depression or are depressed.

Depression-Net - A source of information on depression, treatments and medicines. Includes patient and information from medical professionals.

DepressionVoice - Survey for people with depression. Share your experiences, learn from others, and help improve medical care.

DRADA: Depression and Related Affective Disorders Association - Includes book reviews, support groups, and personal stories.

eMedicine – Depression Resource - Educational resource on depression and depressive disorders, including links to full text articles.

eMedicine: Depression - Clinical overview of unipolar depression disorder, information on medications and other forms of treatment.

eMedicine Health - Depression - Overview of depression and its causes, symptoms and treatment.

Emotional First Aid - A guide to relief from depression.

Employee Depression - Definition of clinical depression, symptoms, and treatments.

Feelgood Counseling: Depression Resource Center - Online and email counseling from a registered clinical psychologist. Free support groups, resources and recommended reading on depression and related topics.

Focus on Depression - Depression and depressive disorders - information on treatment, antidepressant medications, and support groups.

Go On And Live - Discusses the signs, symptoms, and treatment of clinical depression and generalized anxiety disorder.

Have a Heart's Depression Resource - Articles to help those with depression and thoughts of suicide better understand what they are going through.

Healing Depression - Offers resources, studies, information about medications, and tools.

HealthyPlace.com Depression Community - How to diagnose, manage and treat depression. Includes antidepressant medication information, hosted depression support groups, depression chatrooms, online depression tests, diaries, and buddy lists.

HelpHorizons.com - Coping with Depression - Articles, columns, and other resources about Coping with Depression.

Hope in your Heart - Information about depression and medication as well as on-line tests.

Initiative on Depression and Primary Care at Dartmouth - A program to enhance physicians' ability to recognize and treat depression. Includes project summaries and resources.

InteliHealth: Depression - Health information reviewed by Harvard Medical School. Includes a depression self-assessment, treatment options, intervention, information on high-risk groups, and an Ask The Expert section.

Leaflets About Depression - In 1992, The Royal College of Psychiatrists launched a 5-year national 'Defeat Depression' campaign. The campaign emphasized that depression is common, recognizable and treatable.

Life Really Sucks - Depression & treatment links and forum.

Lift Depression - Information, case studies, myths debunked, SSRI, treatment options, books, and tapes.

The Lundbeck Institute - Information about CNS diseases, such as depression, schizophrenia, Parkinson, Alzheimer and migraine.

Melancholia - Resources, comments, information and humor from a sufferer of depression and melancholia. [.doc format reader required]

Mental Health Recovery.com - This site offers an array of self-help products like books, videos and audio tapes. It also offers seminars and a free crisis plan article. From Mary Ellen Copeland, MS, MA.

Mental Illness Education Project - MIEP offers manic depression videos for families, individuals, and institutions.

MyDepression - Provides interactive tools, educational materials, community, and online support from a depression nurse.

National Foundation for Depressive Illness Inc. - Information on symptomology, biochemical make-up, and treatment as well as possible ramifications if left untreated are examined in this site.

Neurotransmissions - A concise introduction to the topic of mental illness, especially depression, with "Myth versus Fact" section and links to major U.S.-based mental health organizations and other online resources.

100+ Nutrients Crosslinked to Disease - Click to cross between nutrient and depression associations, scientific research information. Nutrient, lifestyle, and medical options, drugs, and precautions.

Online Depression Screening Test - Answer a few simple questions to determine if you are experiencing depressive symptoms. Provides a referral list and information on depression.

Path of Hope - Information, facts, and tools to manage depression. Supportive forums for people diagnosed with depression and their loved ones. Submit poetry for helping people understand depression.

Personal Health Zone - Depression - Depression resources, information, products and services.

Principal Health News - News, special reports, treatment tips, and other resources.

Psych Central - Depression - Information about depression and mood disorders, interactive quiz, support forum, and a directory of recommended resources about depressive illnesses.

Suite101.com - Depression - A weekly series of articles on depressive disorder - diagnosis, treatment, special issues, essays, and personal stories - plus discussion boards, book reviews, a newsletter archive, online newsletter sign-up.

Symptoms of Depression - From SAD, PMDD, anxiety and mood disorders, to chronic and postpartum depression, learn about the symptoms of depression in women, men, teens and children.

Teen Depression - Information and resources about depression and suicide in teenagers

Teen Depression Central - A place for teens to talk to other teens about their experiences with depression.

4therapy.com Depression Channel - An extensive amount of information about depression including news, research and insights from experienced therapists.

To Heal Depression - A source of information on cause, diagnosis, and treatment of depression.

Twilight Bridge - Depression Resource Center - Resources on depression including webcasts by prominent psychiatrists, articles, forums, online screening, support through online forum and links.

Understanding Depression - Learn to understand depression and the role that thinking and attitude can play in it. Includes an online depression test, depression symptoms and cognitive therapy information.

WalkersWeb - An information and support site for mood disorders such as depression.

WebMD - Depression - Articles, links, and resources for sufferers of depression.

Wing of Madness - A consumer's guide to depression, with articles, links, and a message board.

Working Toward Recovery - Information resource for the treatment of depression and generalized anxiety disorder - signs, symptoms and causes.

Childhood and Teen Depression

About Teen Depression - Information on teen depression diagnosis, treatment and statistics.

Alice's Garden - Support and information for parents of children with depression, including a catalog of links, a discussion board and an ICQ group.

Childhood Depression - A mood disorder among children that resembles depression in adults, but shows up in very different ways in children. Interactive Glossary - TherapistFinder.net.

Children and Medication for Depression - Articles, agencies, organizations, and websites to find information and resources for issues involving the medication of children, adolescents, and teenagers for the treatment of depression.

Dealing With Teen Depression - Information and statistics on depression and suicide among adolescents.

The Depressed Child - For adults who want to help depressed children. Administered by the parent of a child who died of undiagnosed depression. Chat room, list of symptoms and treatments, legislative/political developments, and resources.

The Depressed Child - Discusses the characteristics, onset and treatments relating to childhood depression. A Facts for Families sheet for the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.

Depression Checklist - A checklist for parents provided by NAMI, National Alliance for the Mentally Ill.

Depression in Children and Adolescents - Information on how to identify signs of depression from early childhood children through adolescence. Discussion of treatment options.

Depression in Children and Adolescents - Diagnosis and treatment of childhood and adolescent depression.

Depression in Youth - Childhood Depression - Childhood and adolescent depression resources, from your About.com Depression Guide.

Experience Journal: Pediatric Depression - Stories and personal experiences from families with a child suffering from depression.

National Depressive and Manic-Depressive Association - To educate patients, families, professionals, and the public concerning the nature of depressive and manic-depressive illness as treatable medical diseases; to foster self-help for patients and families; to eliminate discrimination and stigma; to improve access to care; and to advocate for research toward the elimination of these illnesses.

Parenting a Child with Depression - Support group for parents. Share stories, experiences, and advice.

Teen Depression - Preevention, detection, and treatment of teen depression and how to distinguish it from teen stress.

Three Springs - residential treatment center for child and adolescent depression.

Understanding and Dealing With Depression in Ages 6 to 12 - Covers symptoms of depression in children, as well as recommended treatment and advice to parents.

Wing of Madness: Children and Depression - Discusses myths about childhood depression, symptoms and treatment options.

Postpartum depression

About Postpartum Depression - Information regarding diagnosis and medications.

The Association for Post Natal Illness - Information and advice from the UK charity. Includes available leaflets and newsletter.

Baby Blues Connection - Volunteer association providing information, resources and phone support to postpartum mothers.

Center for Postpartum Health - Addresses the pregnancy and birth needs of women and their families, before and after delivery, particularly as it pertains to the development of depression and other mood disorders.

DrDonnica.com - An article about postpartum depression including risk factors, diagnosis and treatment.

Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale - Developed to assist primary care health professionals to detect mothers suffering from postnatal depression.

The Functions of Postpartum Depression - A research article proposing an evolutionary function for postpartum depression.

Kids Health - Includes information on severity, diagnosis and treatment.

A Lighter Shade of Blue - Post partum adjustment, depression and anxiety. A resource for women to learn about symptoms and treatments.

Medbroadcast.com - Causes, symptoms, risk factors and ways to cope.

Post Natal Depression - Information, stories and support forum.

Postpartum Depression - Information regarding assessment of risk, causes and treatment options.

Postpartum Depression, Anxiety and Psychosis - One woman's account of her decent into and back out of postpartum depression and anxiety.

Postpartum Feelings - Identifying and dealing with postpartum blues, serious depression and psychosis.

Postpartum Support International - A self-help support network, research guide and international bibliography on postpartum depression. Includes a self-assessment test.

Pregnancy and Depression - A compilation of online information about depression during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Focus is primarily on antidepressants and most links are to research-based information.

The Royal College of Psychiatrists - Patient information including useful Do's and Dont's to prevent Post Natal Depression.

Seasonal depression

Brighten Your Life - An online book by a psychiatrist about bright light therapy for depression and sleep.

Outside In - Information about Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and other body clock related conditions. jetlag, sundowning, a jetlag calculator, symptoms checklist, research. Light therapy devices and other helpful light products. Link to Bio-Brite for US visitors.

SAD - Seasonal Affective Disorder - Newsletter about seasonal affective disorder for mental health professionals and SAD sufferers.

SAD and Depression - Definition and treatment of seasonal affective disorder; links to other sites about SAD.

SAD evaluations and treatment information - Information and free on-line and downloadable self-assessment instruments.

SAD Info - Light Therapy Products - FAQ and products for Seasonal Affective Disorder. Answers about light therapy. Links to products for SAD including light boxes, dawn simulators, light visor, winter blues book and full spectrum neodymium light bulbs for a better quality of light.

SAD Study - Focused on the diagnosis, symptomatology,epidemiology, and light therapy of SAD.

SAD, the Discontent of Our Winter - An article and links devoted to the cause and treatment of Seasonal Affective Disorder.

Seasonal Affective Disorder - A brief description of SAD, followed by links to overviews, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.

Seasonal Affective Disorder - Information on the diagnosis and treatment of seasonal depression, jet lag and related mood and sleep problems.

Seasonal Affective Disorder Association - Support organisation in the UK. Information and membership details.

Seasonal Depression and Light Therapy - Article from the UK's National Institute for Medical Research.

Society for Light Treatment and Biological Rhythms - Not-for-profit international organization founded in 1988, dedicated to fostering research, professional development and clinical applications in the fields of light therapy and biological rhythms.

Sunnex Lo-Lite: Therapy for Seasonal Affective Disorder - Describes the symptoms of SAD, explains why they respond to light therapy and the benefits of using Sunnex LoLITE lamps to avoid the risk of retinal damage from bright light.

University of British Colombia Mood Disorders Centre - Information, articles and links.

When the Dark Days of Winter Approach - Dr Norman Rosenthal, who pioneered the study of SAD. Biography, list of publications, forthcoming speaking engagements and links.

Depression - personal stories

Abi's Page - Personal story, diary, and poetry about depression and domestic violence.

Andrew's Depression Page - A firsthand account of the trials and tribulations of the disorder and ways to treat it.

Be Free - Created by a woman recovering from depression. With inspirations, quotes, gifts, resources and awards. Help for people who are lost, depressed or anxious.

Because Depression Sucks - The diary of one person with depression and a chat facility.

Black Dreams - A depression related site where visitors can either read my thoughts while depressed or submit their own work.

Catatonia's Hideout - About her struggle with depression and self-injury, containing of information and resources. Online diary, poetry, survey, and ramblings.

Catherine's Mental Health Website - Personal experiences of mental health, poetry, services, disorders, medication, DSS benefits and a support forum.

Darkness Falls: The Depths of Depression - Personal experience with depression, facts about depression, and poetry.

Depressed? Read Abraham Lincoln's Words - Description of Abraham Lincoln's depression and his advice to others who were also suffering from it.

A Depressed Soul - I suffer from clinical depression... this is my story amd my recovery thanks to great support

Depression - Information on depression, personal stories and poems, message board, articles, book reviews, depression test, self-injury information, and links.

Depression - Links to mental health sites and short personal story.

Depression - Information on depression from a personal perspective.

Depression and Alcoholism: A Diary - A Depression sufferer's day to day account of his battle with depression and his urge to drink. Includes a forum of people with similar problems.

Depression and Creativity - Personal experience of depression with a focus on creativity and mental illness.

Depression and Suicide Awareness - Information on depression in high school and college students, depression in women and general depression from a clinical depressed individual.

Depression Information - A place made for teens by a teen on causes of depression and advise.

Depression Journal - Selections form a young woman's secret journal about her struggle with depression.

Depression Poems - Empathetic poems for those who are hurting, grieving, or depressed. Includes inspirational support.

Depression Resources - Links to a wide variety of information from scientific findings to personal stories from depression sufferers.

Depression Resources Page - Clearinghouse of internet resources regarding mental health, depression, and optional treatments. Additional links to journals, prayer resources, and suicide prevention.

Ellie - Life as a teenager with depression. Understanding depression and coping with it and with other psychiatric conditions.

Escape from Clinical Depression - Medical student tells personal story of insight into an origin of depression. Learned helplessness, negative feedback control, and defense mechanisms are among the ideas discussed.

Exposed Souls - Emotions, poetry and journaling inspired by depression.

Fading Out - A personal story about life, depression and God in the center of it.

Faith and Depression - A page of encouragement to those who may be suffering from depression.

Fallen Angel - A journey through the mind of a manic-depressive/borderline personality.

Focus Therapy for Depression - Why do people get depression? How to help them and what causes depression.

Grant's Home Page for Information on Depression - Along with his own personal battle with depression, the site offers links, articles on depression, health supplements, anxiety and meditation and some alternative sites. Also find poetry, essays, books and where to find support groups.

Help For The Lost - Personal page offering peer support to those who feel depressed.

Hope In Sight - Christians With Depression - Comfort and hope from God's word. Share your story and read what others have shared.

How to Fight Depression. - Short text about depression in light of the bible, the classics, and media reports.

Illusions In The Dark - A personal view of depression. Understanding the illness with medical facts and dealing with it through art, poetry, and medication.

An Inside look - Personal look at depression from a 14 year old male.

James Blackburn: Depression, Surviving, Starting Over - Well known prosecuter discusses his painful depression and how he survived and is starting over. Discusses his book Flame-out: from prosecuting Jeffrey Macdonald, to doing time to waiting tables, the Jim Blackburn story.

Lifting the Fog on Depression - Provides resource links to depression sites. Also includes Kerrie's story about her own battle with depression.

Living with Mental Illness - Personal experience of depression and PTSD. Includes extracts from her diary and a poem.

The Lonely Darkness - A personal experience of depression, what it is, how it feels, how to cope with it.

The Man Behind The Mask - The story of Michael Cyrus Marek and his struggles with depression, self injury, and anxiety.

Mandys Depression Home page - Writings by one with the personal experiences of depression, rape, abuse, miscarage and self harm. Includes resources and links on these and related subjects.

Michaels Domain - Personal story of a struggle with depression and self injury.

Positively Mental - Journal focusing on living with and managing depression and mental health problems.

Quitting Oxazepam - Personal experience with quitting Oxazepam (Serax).

Rhyme Of The Ancient Wanderer - Information and support for those who suffer from Dysthymia and other depressive disorders.

Screaming In Silence - A personal account of living with depression, suicide, and self harm.

1 Serotonin - Jadine's site on Serotonin questions, answers, and dangers. How Serotonin medication can help decrease depression and other disorders.

Sola's Asylum - My uncensored emotional asylum of depression and rage.

Stop The Blues - Conventional treatment for depression normally involves toxic drugs and psychotherapy. Personal account of overcoming this disease by following a natural food diet.

Tales from the Depressed Zone - The story of one young man's battles with depression, social phobia, overeating, and sexual addiction.

Things To Be Happy About - A list of submitted things to be happy about when experiencing depression.

This is Who I am - Mmy journey into depression, eating disorders, and self injury.

Thomas John Sova - Sova vs. City of Mt. Pleasant Michigan. Warns parents with children who suffer from depression to keep their children away from the police.

The Ugly And Depressed Times - Deals with everday sadness and lonliness. Photograph gallery, thoughts, and a personal story.

Undoing Depression - Richard O'Connor speaks as a suicide survivor and therapist when he gives advice for depression prevention. Includes a lecture calendar.

A View from My World. - online journal of depression victim.

Voices of Depression - Introduces a compilation of writings by people suffering from depression. Includes a link to Andrew's resourceful depression page.

The Voices of Suicide - A personal accounts page which discusses suicide, depression and other subjects. Includes poetry, a message board and chat room.

Depression - support groups

Affective Friends SIG - A confidential support group for Mensans who have an affective disorder, know someone who does, or work in the mental health field.

Angels for Depression - Support group for people who suffer from various types of depression.

Because Depression is an Illness - The Prozac Generation home page for those under age 30. Personal experiences, support groups, what to do if you have depression, questions and answers, choosing therapy.

Blue Fallen Angels - Information and links focused on depression and the GLBTI Community.

The Castaways - Depression support, including helpful links, a bulletin board, chat room, and poetry written by depressives.

Combating Mental Illness Through Exercise - Discussion board of people with mental illness providing alternative or additional support to traditional methods.

Coping With Depression Fallout - Help for those that suffer the fallout of relating to and dealing with a clinically depressed loved one.

DEPEND - Depression Support Network (UK).

Depressed Anonymous - Formed to provide therapeutic resources for depressed individuals of all ages.

Depression & Bipolar Support Alliance of Northwest Connecticut - A support group, based in northwestern Connecticut, USA, for people with depressive disorders (depression, bipolar disorder) and their friends and family.

Depression & Manic-Depression Support Group of Norwalk, CT - Self-help group run by its members.

Depression Alliance - A UK charity which offers support, workshops and publications.

Depression Alliance Chelmsford - Support group of sufferers of depression, meets regularly to share and to cope.

Depression and You - Cognitive Error Recognition Training - Training to recognize thinking errors that contribute to depression.

Depression Caregiver Support - Provides advice and support to loved ones who care for a depressed person. Links and a message board.

The Depression Center - Information about Major Depressive Disorder for both consumers and physicians. Includes the Depression Test and a moderated support group.

Depression Chat - Support and advice community for people with depression.

Depression Resources - A place of refuge and understanding. You are not alone.

Depression Session - Support group to cope with loneliness, depression, and no life (mentally/physically).

Depression Support - Members of a message board on AOL who come together to share their thoughts, fears, and victories concerning depression. Includes poetry, medication information and links.

Depression-Anxiety-Self Help - An anonymous non-interactive group restricted to persons 18 or older who are using self-help measures that relieve depression.

Depression-Cause-Cure - An anonymous non-interactive group restricted to persons 18 or older who are using self-help measures that relieve anxiety and depression.

Depressive and Manic-Depressive Association of New York City - A psychoeducational support group program for persons with depression, bipolar disorder, family members and friends. DMDA members are a community dedicated to recovery and wellness in coping with depressive illnesses.

Exercise Against Depression - Using exercise, diet, pysychology, and therapy to alleviate depression.

Families for Depression Awareness - Helps families and caregivers understand and cope with depression.

Friends - A forum for people to give and receive support for depression and other mental illnesses.

Friends Recovering Together - A group of people offering each other support in their recovery from depression, anxiety, and/or one of the personality disorders.

The Fun Foundation - Nonprofit organization formed to educate and assist the public on the benefits of treatment for depression.

The Glass Belljar - A self-help guide for sufferers of depression by former sufferers.

Gr8Friends - Find new non-judgmental friends and people who care. Share your problems. Group tries to help people who suffer from anxiety, depression, and self injury.

Heartfeelings - Offering support via a virtual caregiver.

Inner-Peace - Support with the loss of a relationship, esteem, health or a job, emotional problems, stress, anxiety, and depression.

LastExitForTheLost - Support and advice, information and links for the depressed.

Manic's Dance - Manic Depressives and their Loved Ones - Active and supportive message board forum, chat rooms, and informational resources for manic depression (Bipolar Disorder) "dancers" and the loved ones at their sides.

Mixed Nuts Depression Community - Information on depression, bipolar disorder and medications. Suicide crisis phone numbers. Includes a message boards and chat room.

The Mood Disorders Forum - A public discussion forum devoted to the mood disorders, including manic depression (bipolar disorder) and depression (unipolar disorder).

The Mood Disorders Support Group of New York City - A non profit, self-help organization serving both individuals with depression and manic-depression (bipolar disorder), as well as their families and friends.

New York City Depressive and Manic-Depressive Group - Free psychoeducational support group in Manhattan for persons diagnosed with depression or bipolar disorder. For family members and friends. Group offers newsletter, facilitator training program, employment workshop series, NYC mental health referrals.

Northwest CT Depressive Manic-Depressive Support Group - A peer support group for folks with mood disorders (depression, manic-depression) in northwestern Connecticut, USA. NDMDA affiliated.

Organization for Bipolar Affective Disorders Society - Bipolar disorder and depression support group.

The Safe Place - Depression support forum with both message board and chat.

The Samaritans - A UK charity offering support to people who are suicidal or despairing. They are on hand 24 hours a day, every day of the year.

Shades of Sorrow - Articles, statistics, and personal experiences on coping with depression, anxiety, and abuse. Includes message board, discussion group, and thoughts book.

Support4Hope - Depression and bipolar support chats and forum boards, along with helpful information for sufferers and their families.

Trapped Minds - Online adult and teenage depression support group, live chat, user feedback, forums, journals, links and resources.

True Acceptance - Depression, addiction, PTSD and DID resources, motivation, jokes, fun sites, e-cards, and religious freebies.

True Blue Friends - An Australian based support site for people suffering from depression related illnesses. Depressives and carers world wide are welcome to come to discuss and learn more about depression with people who understand.

Turnaround - For friends and relatives of people suffering from a depressive illness or condition. Message board and links to resources.

Your Depression Resource - Message board and resources regarding depression.

Depression - chat, forums, message boards

Blue Fallen Angels - Message Fourm for GLBTI with Depression - A forum for GLBTI (and friends thereof) who have or affected by Depression/Mental Health Issues. A safe haven where you can find support, new friends and express yourself.

The Blue Room - Live depression chat rooms, message boards, depression news and links to related information.

Building Foundations - A forum for the mood disorders community.

Cassie's Depression Chat Room - A chat room for people suffering from depression, manic or any form of mental illness.

Castle Of Peace - Share experiences in the depression and anxiety forum with a friendly ring of friends with anxiety and depression or mental health disorders.

The Circle - Support group for people suffering from depression, bipolar, panic disorder, and other depression-inducing disorders.

Dark Side Of The Emporium - Depression message board for sufferers discussing various aspects of depression and mental illness.

Darkside - Refuge for the Children of the Night - A place for people with mood and/or personality disorders. Chat room and forums. For discussions, peer support, or hanging out.

The Depressed - A site for the depressed, by the depressed, discussing depression, and focusing on getting better through community.

Depression Chat - A resource for depression and other related mental health information. Includes newsletter, chat, and messageboard.

Depression Chat Message Board - Peer supported information about depression and other related illnesses in an open forum.

Depression Chat Room and Message Board - Ask questions to be answered by depression chat peers, inform others of your experiences with depression.

Depression Community - Message boards and chat dedicated to sharing information, offering support, and coping strategies for depression. Community moderated by volunteers dealing with depression themselves.

Depression Discussion - Open, anonymous discussion on depression. Also, seek help from an independent therapist via email.

Depression Forums - Discuss causes of depression and side effects from depression medications.

Depression Message Board at Wing of Madness - Depression discussion in a safe, supportive atmosphere.

Depressionchat.com Chat Pages - Chat room and message board for those suffering from depression.

Facing Depression Discussion Conference - An anonymous conference of support for those who have experiences with depression, which provides anonymous comfort for discussing a topic as sensitive as mental health.

Family and Friends - Message board for family and friends of people with depression/mental illness.

Forum at depression.about.com - Message board and chat for people with depression. Includes guidelines, a member's photo gallery and a guide to using the forum.

The Imagination Station Message Board and Chat - Supportive discussion of Depression, Chronic Pain, Panic Disorders, PTSD, Disabilities, Benefits and related complications.

Midway - A forum for people who have recovered or nearly recovered from depression and find that the usual depression boards no longer fit their needs.

Mixed Nuts Depression Community - Uses humor to deal with depression. Information, chat and message board for people with depressive disorders.

PostPartum Depression Community - Message board and chat for women who are experiencing mood disorders after giving birth or adopting a baby, as well as their families and friends.

Support4Hope - Moderated chat and message boards focusing on bipolar depression and other mental health topics. A password is necessary to chat and a chat tutorial and FAQ are included.

Teen Moods - Online forum for teens suffering from depression.

UK Depression - A support and discussion forum for people suffering from all types of depression and anxiety disorders.

Unsilenced Mind - Message board and chat for familes and those who are living with with mental illness (depression, bpd, mpd, bipolar, anxiety, self-injury and others).

Voy Forums - Message board for people feeling down, sad, or depressed.