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Trusted Web Sites for Information about Depression

       A "go to" site for overviews, news, symptoms, treatment and other information   
       related to depression. Included is information specific to children, teens, seniors, men
       and women as well as health tools and tutorials.

         Find information on signs and symptoms, treatment options and how to get help. This     
         resource includes the latest news and research on the topic of depression.

Sponsored by the National Mental Health Association this site offers a confidential screening tool which may provide information that you can use in speaking with your physician. This tool should not be used as a diagnosis for depression.

Find information on depression, including symptoms of depression, depression medication and depression treatment.

The Mayo Clinic site of SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) gives excellent information on the definition of SAD as well as everything from Symptoms to Support.


Portals for Information on Mental Health in General

A list of links to the best information on specific mental health disorders, such as OCD, eating disorders, autism, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and many more.

NIMH is the largest scientific organization in the world dedicated to research focused on the understanding, treatment, and prevention of mental health disorders and the promotion of mental health. Check out the Mental Health Topics under the Health & Outreach section.

The SAMHSA Health Information Network (SHIN) includes the National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information (NCADI) and the National Mental Health Information Center (NMHIC) .  SHIN connects the behavioral health workforce and the general public to the latest information on the prevention and treatment of mental and substance use disorders.

Includes specific resources for stress, children's disorders, eating disorders and more.

Find information on mental health and mental illness, specific disorders and mental health treatments. Explore mental illnesses such as anxiety disorders, personality disorders, psychotic disorders and eating disorders.


  • Mental Health America (formerly known as the National Mental Health Association)    www.nmha.org/

Mental Health America (formerly known as the National Mental Health Association) is a nonprofit dedicated to helping people live mentally healthier lives. The organization’s fact sheets are searchable by audience type, issue, or disorder and treatment.


Addresses child mental health issues like mental disorders, behavioral disorders, child abuse, trauma, disaster, and advocacy issues.


The teen site has lots of resources for conditions related to your mind. These can include issues with divorce, sadness (including depression), relationships, and body image.


Finding and Evaluating Health Information

For web sites found using a search engine such as Google, it is vital that you carefully evaluate what you find for quality. Here are links to help you know how to find the best health informaiton.


  • A User's Guide to Finding and Evaluating Health Information on the Web

    The Medical Library Association created this guide to finding quality, safe and up to date health information on the Internet. The "Getting Started" section includes tips on  using quality electronic finding tools developed by the U.S. government. The guidelines section was developed to help you evaluate the content of health-related websites. 


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