Know the signs of depression
There are times in life when we feel “depressed” or down. Usually, these feelings pass, but sometimes they don’t. When these feelings linger, they can leave us feeling hopeless. A feeling of emptiness may be a sign of a treatable medical illness called depression.
Talk to your primary care provider about depression if:
- You feel hopeless or down every day for more than two weeks
- You believe these feelings get in the way of work or relationships
- You notice major changes in sleeping, eating, weight, energy level or concentration
Read our brochure on depression
For more information about depression visit our Online Health Guide. To get help, call us at 888-257-1985 (TTY: 711), Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Resources
These organizations can provide you with additional information about depression and its treatment. Talk with your clinician about other resources that may be available in your area.
Massachusetts Behavioral Health Help Line
Call or Text 833-773-2445
https://www.masshelpline.com/
Depression & Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA)
800-826-3632
Find an in-person support group in MA
www.dbsalliance.org
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
800-950-NAMI (800-950-6264)
www.nami.org
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
800-421-4211
www.nimh.nih.gov
Mental Health America (MHA)
800-969-6642
www.mhanational.org
Samaritans
988
www.samaritanshope.org
Mind the Moment
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