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Depression, Anxiety and Stress
Here are some well-written articles and links about depression, anxiety, and stress. Please feel free to ask me any questions you may have about this information.
Depression
General Depression Information
This article gives a general overview of depression, the various types, the symptoms, and treatment information. From the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH).
Men and Depression
This article also provides information about depression, but is geared towards the specific problems that men face. Specifically, the physical symptoms that men tend to experience when they are dealing with depression. From the National Institute of Mental Health.
Anxiety
NIMH Anxiety Information
Basic information about anxiety disorders, the types, symptoms, and treatment available.
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
General overview of this specific anxiety disorder written by the Mayo Clinic.
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
This article discusses the specifics of PTSD, or a specific form of anxiety that is related to witnessing or being involved in life-threatening or traumatic events. From the National Institute of Mental Health website.
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
About OCD, What is it?
This is an article from the Obsessive Compulsive Foundation that explains the basics of OCD.
Obsessive Compulsive Foundation
A link to an excellent site for information and resources related to OCD.
"Organized Chaos"
This is a link to a very well done website for teens and young adults on OCD. It has great articles and information.
Stress
About Stress
An article that gives a general overview of stress.
Stress Management-Your options
Good article from the "Help Starts Here" website.
Strategies for Coping with Stress
More coping skills from a university counseling center.
Tips for Coping with Stress
Brief handout from the Mayo Clinic.
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