Depression

Everyone at some time in their life feels sad, 'down', 'blue' or unhappy. Depression is an illness which involves these feelings but it is different because these emotions are usually constant, severe and continue for a long time. People with depression can also experience physical symptoms and often find it difficult to function day to day.  It is estimated that up to one in four women will experience depression at some time in their life.

depressioNet website

http://www.depressionet.com.au/

depressioNet provides a comprehensive online resource where Australians living with depression, and their families and friends, can come for information, help and support.   The dNet team is made up of Australians from diverse backgrounds who have personal experiences with depression.

Organisation: depressioNet

beyondblue - the national depression initiative website

http://www.beyondblue.org.au/

This is an excellent site with details on how depression may occur and how to seek help. A community referral directory is also available.

Organisation: beyondblue