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    Caregiving & Support

    If you still have questions or need support for depression, join WebMD's mental health and depression online community. You can also search for a depression specialist in your area, and discover the wealth of timely information on depression from organizations recommended by WebMD physicians.

    1. Caregiving

      1. When a Loved One Has Depression

        The support and involvement of family and friends can be crucial in helping someone who is depressed.

      2. Helping a Depressed Loved One

        Helping a loved one deal with depression can be the key to their recovery. It isn't always going to be easy.

      3. Caregiver Stress

        Caring for someone you love with depression can lead to a lot of extra stress in your life.

      4. Dating Someone With Depression

        Dating someone with depression symptoms can be challenging for you and your partner.

    2. Support & Resources

      1. Depression Support

        Living with a chronic illness like depression can feel overwhelming. That's why it's important to seek depression support.

      2. Peer Support

        Peer support workers are people who are in recovery from mental health issues and are now doing well.

      3. Depression Resources

         Here is a selection of professional organizations that can help people gain a better understanding of living with depression.

      4. How Health Reform Affects Your Depression Care

        The Affordable Care Act covers free depression screening, as well as help for treatment with counseling and medicine.

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