McGraw Hill
Mc Graw Hill: Chapter Summary Psychology 5e
Summary of chapter in Psych text presenting several concepts on psychological disorders including: CONCEPT I: Defining Psychological Disorders, CONCEPT II: Perspectives on Psychological Disorders, CONCEPT III: Classifying Psychological...
The National Alliance on Mental Illness
National Alliance on Mental Illness: Depression
This site is a concise page from NAMI describing depression, its causes and symptoms, statistics, treatment, and more.
Australian Broadcasting Corporation
Australian Broadcasting Corporation: Dark Side of the Mood: Dealing With Depression
This guide describes the causes of depression, its symptoms, and potential treatments (including "alternative" choices). It also debunks depression myths. Site provided by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation.
Aetna Intelihealth
Aetna: Inteli Health: Major Depression
Thorough overview of major depression. Includes information on symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and much more.
Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic: Depression
This site from the MayoClinic.com provides great information on the disorder known as depression. The article covers information on the signs and symptoms, causes, risk factors, screening, complications, treatment, self-care, and more.
Other
Disabled World: Famous People With Disabilities
This site offers a list of well-known people with a disability or mental condition who have overcome their barriers to achieve and contribute to society. Divided by disability category and include actors, world leaders, singers, and...
Aetna Intelihealth
Aetna: Inteli Health: Depression: Treatment Settings
This article provides the reader with brief explanations of the five different treatment settings for people with depression.
Aetna Intelihealth
Aetna: Inteli Health: The Future of Depression Treatment
Discusses various approaches to treating depression that are currently being studied.
Other
Seng: Tips for Selecting the Right Counselor or Therapist
Learn about seeking counseling for a gifted child who is experiencing intense moods, depression, or bi-polar disorder, or has any other type of emotional needs that need to be addressed by a professional.
Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic: Electroconvulsive Therapy
This resource provides information about electroconvulsive therapy.
Read Works
Read Works: Beating the Winter Blues
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about the winter blues and how to lift your spirits. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
WebMD
Web Md: Depression
This resource provides a great topic overview of depression. Gives a brief definition, causes, symptoms, and treatment along with answering some commonly asked questions.