Depression Audio & Web Resources
NPR Archives: Diagnosing and Treating Childhood Depression 
Reviews some basic statistics on teenage depression, the effectiveness of cognitive-behavioral therapy, and how teenagers often prefer professional talk therapy over medication, so long as confidentiality is assured.
NPR Archives: Teens and Mental Illness 
In the wake of recent media coverage, an interview with Dr. Leventhal offers a balanced review of the real benefits and risks of antidepressant medicines for children and adolescents. Compares the effectiveness of cognitive-behavioral therapy, antidepressant treatment and combined treatment. Interviews a teenager and her mother about their personal experiences with the daughter’s depression, including how they had to overcome the stigma of seeking responsible help.
NPR Archives: Suffering for Two: The Bind of Maternal Depression
Discusses whether prospective mothers should continue or discontinue antidepressant medication during pregnancy and breast-feeding.
NPR Archives: Recognizing Post-Partum Depression
Several very short stories paint a picture of how to recognize post-partum depression, and some of the common emotional sources of depression during this time.
NPR Archives: Brooke Shields, on Birth and Post-Partum Depression
An in-depth interview by Fresh Air’s by Terry Gross covers the same topics as above, plus how the story changed after seeking appropriate psychological and medical treatment.
Mental Health Net
Describes the symptoms of common mental health diagnoses, then reviews treatments, research, national organizations and support groups, and online support. To search the site, scroll down to the bottom of the page.
Psychotherapy Networker
The Psychotherapy Networker magazine hosts numerous online articles on mental health topics, including anxiety, sex, creativity, mindfulness, positive psychology, couples relationships, combat-related trauma, and concerns for children and teenagers.
Psychology Info.com : Common diagnoses
Describes major mental health concerns organized clustered by global category (e.g. anxiety, depression). Includes a review of causes, subtypes and discussion of medical and psychological treatments.
Web M.D.
With content written and reviewed by our local company Healthwise, this site offers numerous articles and resources on both physical and mental health. The Drugs & Treatment tab takes you to an alphabetical list of medications, allowing you to see FDA indications and warnings.
Medscape: Mental & Emotional Health Info.
Pamphlet-type information for all categories of major mental health concerns, written by the National Institutes of Mental Health and Carenotes. Also sign up here to receive periodic newsletters with the newest news and research on select topics, like ADHD and Bipolar. Requires a quick, free registration.
National Institutes of Mental Health (NIMH) “For the Public”
Excellent reading, with more technical detail included. Printable pamphlets available here for yourself, or to share with family, friends, coworkers or teachers.
NAMI Idaho
NAMI is a nationwide organization dedicated to support, education and advocacy on behalf of people with a mental illness and their families. After creating a free online account, you can access numerous online discussion and support groups in a bulletin board format. Post your comments or questions, or just read about others’ experiences.
Mental Health Interactive
Extensive archived question-and-answer site, with questions solicited from the public in an “Ask Libby” format. Also lists national organizations and support groups. Easy to read, though answers may be more simplified than elsewhere.