Dealing with Depression
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Antidepressants often take a few weeks to begin working. This guide walks you through the days in between and provides tips for dealing with depression.
One diagnosis, many stories
Beyond Blue
Large collection of personal essays on dealing with depression and finding treatment.
Support found online
Depressed Like Me
This site provides interactive tools and quizzes, as well as a community forum.
Examining lifestyle
Help Guide
This list of lifestyle tips may be a useful starting point for those dealing with depression.
Affect on families is enormous
Depression Fallout
Depression affects entire families and this site is aimed at anyone dealing with depression in loved ones. Support community and information is provided.
Dealing with depression may become easier with this advice on balancing work with relaxation, setting goals, and getting the right amount of sleep
Gaining control over depression
PsychCentral
Some practical tips for ordering your life and tasks while you are dealing with depression.
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Diagnosis and treatment
The StayWell Company
A look at the overall process of dealing with depression. Includes an illustrated quiz for self-assessment.
Concerned about a friend?
The Jed Foundation
If you suspect that a friend or loved one needs help dealing with depression, check this fact sheet for information and guidance.
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Myths and realities of depression
Mental Help Net
A warm, conversational e-book that will appeal to those dealing with depression as well as their family and friends.
Strategies for treatment
Mayo Clinic
A look at the current treatment options for dealing with depression. Includes readable explanations on how and why they work.
Dealing with depression
Real Mental Health
A short video explains how doctors determine when medication might be needed for dealing with depression.
Antidepressant reference source
MedicineNet
Readable reference guide that includes the common medications prescribed to those dealing with depression.
Finding help nearby
NIMH
If you're dealing with depression, don't feel isolated. Use this site to find services in your geographical area.

