General information about teen depression

TeensHealth: Depression - Specifically directed towards teenagers, this article talks about the causes of teenage depression and offers a depression quiz. (Nemours Foundation)

Is it Just a Mood or Something Else? – Fact sheet for young people. Helps you figure out if you have a mood disorder such as depression. (Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance)

Getting help for teen depression

Change Your Mind: About Mental Health – Learn what you can do to improve your mental health and deal with depression. Includes stories about other teens and how they overcame problems. (American Psychological Association)

Teen Moods – Online depression support community for teens. Includes forums, personal stories, and a list of emergency helplines.

Working Toward Wellness – Workbook for helping you cope with and recover from depression. Includes information on how to put together your own “wellness plan.” (Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance)

Teen suicide prevention

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline– Suicide prevention telephone hotline funded by the U.S. government. Provides free, 24-hour assistance. 1-800-273-TALK (8255).

National Hopeline Network - Toll-free telephone number offering 24-hour suicide crisis support. 1-800-SUICIDE (784-2433)

Helping a depressed friend

My Friend Is Talking About Suicide – Tips for helping a friend who is talking about suicide or showing other warning signs. (TeensHealth)

What To Do When a Friend is Depressed – Offers questions and answers for young adults on how to help a depressed friend. (National Institute of Mental Health)