Search Resources (English): Depression

Examines personal coping strategies and recovery processes of low-income women at risk for, or experiencing depression.

 (See Details)

Provides an overview of current understanding of mood changes following prognancy and outlines symptoms, causes and treatments, as well as some of the research currently underway. (See Details)

Presents information on the complex relationships between sexual orientation and substance use. Argues for better addiction services for lesbian and bisexual women.

Lists, in Hindi, the symptoms of depressive illness and manic depression. Explores its causes, duration, recurrence, and treatment. Gives information on how family and friends can help. (See Details)

Provides a review of the evidence on prevalence and incidence of perinatal depression, accuracy of screening instruments for perinatal depression, and effectiveness of interventions for women screened. (See Details)

Discusses particular concerns for women with disabilities, including abuse, mental health, disability policy, access, gender inequity, service barriers, invalidation of sexuality and reproductive health, medical negligence, depression and suicide. (See Details)

Questions the science behind SSRI antidepressants and their real-world effectiveness. Examines why so many SSRIs are prescribed to women, as well as safety concerns and alternative treatment options. (See Details)

Lists, in Tamil, the symptoms of depressive illness and manic depression. Explores its causes, duration, recurrence, and treatment. Gives information on how family and friends can help. (See Details)

Provides basic information about the herb St. John's wort, including common names, uses, potential side effects, and resources for more information. (See Details)

Provides basic information about the herb valerian, including common names, uses, potential side effects, and resources for more information. (See Details)