Depression

At some point in our lives, we have come across Depression. It affects us and those around us, but instead of seeking help or talking about it we tend to shy away from those who love and can help us.

MIND

MIND run day centres around the uk which offer support and activities in a relaxed enviroment. MIND also offer day centres where you can drop in and have a cuppa whilst talking to others in a similar situation or trained helpers who can offer advice and guidance, Some centres offer free activities such as crafts or talks and have a wide selection of leaflets and books to borrow.

www.mind.org.uk
DEPRESSION ALLIANCE

www.depressionalliance.org
BELLJAR

Self help for clinical depression

www.belljar.co.uk/home.htm
SMUGS

This site was created by Andrew hack when he started to suffer with depression, there is a forum run by a specialist nurse and he has created a anxiety diary cd rom which is a great way of keeping an eye on your progress, also check out his meditation cd which is the best and cheapest I have come across.

www.smugs.org.uk
NHS

This is the site for recognition and help availiable from the NHS

www.nhs.co.uk/Pathways/Depression/Pages/