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What is Depression?

Depression can have many effects on a persons life. Find out what Depression is and how it can affect your life.
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Living with Depression

Find out what Depression is and how it can affect your life.
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How we can Help

Find out how Depression Alliance can assist people affected by depression and anxiety, through a range of services.
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Single Step

Our Single Step magazine is packed with great ideas, support and inspiring stories, click here to browse previous articles.
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Twice as likely
In a brand new report for Depression Awareness Week, Depression Alliance and a coalition of charities call for better care and support for people with long term conditions and depression. Click here for more information and to download the report.
Is there an epidemic of depression amongst men?
ITV1's Tonight programme takes a look at the stigma surrounding male depression. Click here to watch >
The Big Picnic 2012!
Host a picnic this summer and have some fun whilst raising awareness of depression. Learn More >

In an emergency it is possible to visit your local Accident and Emergency department and ask to see the duty psychiatrist. NHS Direct (0845 46 47) can also provide you with medical advice at any time of the day or night. Samaritans (08457 909090) provide 24 hour emotional support and Saneline (0845 767 8000) can provide information and crisis support. Saneline operates between 1pm to 11pm every day.
It is worth checking to see if the local Community Mental Health Team (CMHT) can provide a crisis support team contact.
Please also visit our community links section for further support services.