Depression/Suicide
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization that advocates for access to services, treatment and research for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness. NAMI not only works with those directly affected by mental illness but also assists families and loved ones by providing free education, programs, and support groups.
The AFSP provides resources and information on how to prevent suicide, the signs of suicide, and where to go when you need help.
American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP) is a medical association dedicated to improving life for children and their families affected by mental, behavioral, or developmental disorders. AACAP promotes and supports research and training curricula to assure proper treatment in child psychiatry. Additionally, the Academy acts as a government liaison to respond to national policy in order to improve and expand psychiatric services to children and adolescents.
Yellow Ribbon is spreading the message that it is “Okay to Ask 4 Help! ®” when depressed or having suicidal thoughts as well as providing resources and help to those in need.
WHO provides informative information on what is jnown about suicide around the world, at risk groups, and what can be done to help reduce the number of suicide deaths.
Suicide prevention, awareness and support provided for anyone who had thoughts of suicide or is in need of someone to support them.
A 24 hour crisis hotline with the goal of helping people and preventing suicide.
This website for youth provides information on dating & relationships, sex & sexuality, self-esteem, drugs & alcohol, and many other topic areas.
Survivors of Suicide Loss, Inc. is a nonprofit, nonsectarian, self-help support group system for those who have lost a relative or friend through suicide. The Survivors of Suicide Loss volunteers are dedicated to providing information and support to assist in the grieving and healing process.
The Suicide Prevention Resource Center (SPRC) provides prevention support, training, and resources to assist organizations and individuals to develop suicide prevention programs, interventions and policies, and to advance the National Strategy for Suicide Prevention.
The prevention and treatment of stress, anxiety, and depression is the goal of this website. There are resources on all topics related to depression.
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is the agency within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that leads public health efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation. SAMHSA’s mission is to reduce the impact of substance abuse and mental illness on America’s communities.