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National Depressive and Manic-Depressive Association
To educate patients, families, professionals, and the public concerning the nature of depressive and manic-depressive illness as treatable medical diseases; to foster self-help for patients and families; to eliminate discrimination and stigma; to improve access to care; and to advocate for research toward the elimination of these illnesses.

The Depressed Child
For adults who want to help depressed children. Administered by the parent of a child who died of undiagnosed depression. Chat room, list of symptoms and treatments, legislative/political developments, and resources.

Alice's Garden
Support and information for parents of children with depression, including a catalog of links, a discussion board and an ICQ group.

Depression in Youth - Childhood Depression
Childhood and adolescent depression resources, from your About.com Depression Guide.

Children and Medication for Depression
Articles, agencies, organizations, and websites to find information and resources for issues involving the medication of children, adolescents, and teenagers for the treatment of depression.

Depression in Children and Adolescents
Diagnosis and treatment of childhood and adolescent depression.

Wing of Madness: Children and Depression
Discusses myths about childhood depression, symptoms and treatment options.

Parenting a Child with Depression
Support group for parents. Share stories, experiences, and advice.

Dealing With Teen Depression
Information and statistics on depression and suicide among adolescents.

Understanding and Dealing With Depression in Ages 6 to 12
Covers symptoms of depression in children, as well as recommended treatment and advice to parents.


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