Depression Health Center

They're more likely to smoke, abuse drugs, alcohol, study finds

It eased anxiety, corrected belief that reliving memories must be avoided, study concludes

Problem-solving therapy could also make a difference, study shows

Anxiety over disability, discomfort may be driving factor, study suggests

Stress levels comparable to those seen in returning Afghanistan war veterans, study says

Dr. Kovacs explains how advances in brain imaging techniques are allowing researchers to work toward prevention - and not just treatment - of childhood depression.

Mary Wallace, on the importance of staying informed to provide the best support a depressed loved one: "Depression is a mental illness, and if you understand it, it just makes it so much easier to deal with - and you stop blaming yourself." 

Mary Wallace, on the importance of staying informed to provide the best support a depressed loved one: "Depression is a mental illness, and if you understand it, it just makes it so much easier to deal with - and you stop blaming yourself." 

Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) community members share their stories and discuss how treatment, medications and support have helped them cope and recover.

Members of the Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) support community share their stories, tips and advice