Helpful Links

Depression Websites:

The Black Dog Institute – depression explained

The Blackdog Institute specialises in understanding, coping with and treating depression in men. It is a not-for-profit, educational, research, clinical and community-oriented facility offering specialist expertise in depression and bipolar disorder.

www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/public/depression/depressionexplained/index.cfm

Beyond Blue

Beyond Blue aims to build a society that understands and responds to the personal and social impact of depression, works actively to prevent it, and improves the quality of life for everyone affected.

Their mission is to provide a national focus and community leadership to increase the capacity of the broader Australian community to prevent depression and respond effectively.

They operate under the following principles:

Respect for human rights and dignity
Strong community involvement, understanding and support
A population health approach
Recognition of diversity and special needs
A co-ordinated and collaborative approach
An evidence-based approach
Sustainable action

http://www.beyondblue.org.au

Natural Therapies for Depression:

http://www.gettingwellnaturally.com.au/depression

www.livingwater.net.au

http://www.simplyhealingclinic.com/articles/lifting_depression.html

http://meditation.org.au/depression_article.asp

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~Malcolm McRae
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~Malcolm McRae
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