Medical and Psychological Help
There are a variety of treatments that work, both medical and psychological.
Research indicates that a combination of medication and psychotherapy (counseling)
is the most effective treatment for patients. Below are some resources.
Contact your doctor or a mental health specialist (psychiatrist, psychologist,
social worker). If you want to receive coverage under your health insurance
provider, you may need to see a primary care physician, who may refer you
to a specialist. Check your policy guidelines.
American Academy of Child and Adolescent
Psychiatry has referral directory on its web site or call 202-966-7300
American Association for Marriage
and Family Therapy offers a therapist locator, (703) 838-9808
The American Medical Association,
'Doctor Finder' provides psychiatrist referrals by city.
The American Psychological
Association lists state associations, some of which provide local referrals
to psychologists. Or call 1-800-964-2000 (U.S).
The Knowledge Exchange Network
(KEN) has a services locator for mental health clinics and a toll-free telephone
number (800-789-2647)
National Association of Social Workers
for therapy referral service.
Screening for Mental Health provides site
locators to be screened for depression with various clinics and schools in
October every year.
The National Mental Health
Association sponsors a confidential online screening test to help you
determine the likelihood that you have depression.
Academy of Cognitive Therapy. Has
referrals to certified cognitive therapists by region.
Children's
Hospital of Boston. Has a special program to help families with depression
and build resilency in children to prevent them from developing depression.
Call the Mood Disorders Center at Children's Hospital, Dr. Stuart Goldman,
at 617-355-6745.
