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More Information about Depression

Introduction to Depression
Daily Life With Depression
Treatment & Therapy for Depression
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Being a Savvy Health Care Consumer

Finding Help: How to Choose a Psychologist
The American Psychological Association - Presents clear guidelines for choosing a psychotherapist.

Choosing the Right Mental Health Therapist
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, National Mental Health Information Center - A comprehensive list of considerations for choosing a psychotherapist.

Fact Sheet: What Can I Do If I’m Unsatisfied with the Mental Health Care I’m Receiving?
Mental Health America - Advice for patients unhappy with their mental health provider.

How to Pay for Mental Health Services (pdf)
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, National Mental Health Information Center - Provides advice and a list of contacts for more information on insurance and resources for the uninsured.

Consumer/Patient Information: Paying for Mental Health Services under Medicare
Geriatric Mental Health Foundation - This site covers the intricacies of Medicare, Medigap, and prescription drug benefits.

How Does the New Mental Health Parity Law Affect My Insurance Coverage?
The American Psychological Association - An article about the Wellstone-Domenici Parity Act which goes into effect in January 2010 and requires private health insurance plans to provide equal coverage for mental and physical health.

Medicaid and Psychology
The American Psychological Association - Answers questions about Medicaid and how it works.

Local and National Resources

Local:
State Mental Health Resources for California
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, National Mental Health Information Center - This site includes a facilities locator, services directory, resource guide, substance abuse treatment locator, and list of CMHS grantees. The site includes state statistics about depression.

Fact Sheet: How Do I Find a Local Support Group?
Mental Health America - A listing of specialized support group resources and hot-line numbers.

National:
Medline Plus resources for Depression
A comprehensive overview and links to resources from Medline Plus.

Fact Sheet: How Do I Find Treatment?
Mental Health America - Lists of community services, individual providers, and national organizations.

Depression Resources
Cleveland Clinic - A printable list of national associations.

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