Depression and Sadness Resources

All Resources listed below have been sourced from The Crisis Text Line, which can be found here:

https://www.crisistextline.org/resources/

For All Ages
Depression and Sadness FAQs

Resources for All Ages

Antidepressant Skills Workbook

For: Adults | PDF | Informative | Workbook

This workbook offers a step-by-step self-care guide with antidepressant skills for individuals managing depression or concerned family members, friends, or partners.

Antidepressant Skills Workbook for Teens

For: Teens | PDF | Informative | Interactive

This workbook offers a step-by-step self-care guide with antidepressant skills for teens managing depression or concerned family members, friends, or partners.

Anxiety and Depression Association of America

For: Adults & Teens | Website | Informative

Promotes prevention, treatment and support for anxiety, depression, stress, suicide, and co-occurring disorders.

Connect2Affect

For: Elderly Adults | Website | Directory/Search | Support

Provides resources that meet the needs of Elderly adults who are isolated or lonely, by building social connections in the form of social activities, volunteering, learning, wellness, etc. Resources regarding transportation, money, food, and more are also available.

Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance

For: Adults & Teens | Website | Support

Provides support, education, and resources to improve the lives of people with depression and bipolar disorder as well as support and resources for family, friends, and professionals.

Half of Us

For: Adults & Teens | Website | Informative

Offers information on a wide variety of struggles that young people face and connects students with resources to decrease stigma and encourage healthy dialogue.

Heads Up Guys

For: Adults | Website | Informative

Offers informative resources for men with depression and third party friends and family who want to support them.

HelpGuide

For: All Ages | Website | Informative

Provides evidence-based articles, self-help tools, and readings for 21 topics for teens, adults, parents, and elderly (Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing approved).

International Bipolar Foundation

For Adults & Teens | Website | Advocacy & Informative

Learn more about bipolar disorder and get connected to free program and services.

Mental Health America

For: Adults | Website | Advocacy

Provides education, resources, and screenings to detect mental illness and to those living with mental illness.

National Alliance on Mental Illness

For: Adults & Teens | Website | Advocacy

Provides education, information, and advocacy for those affected by mental illness including a HelpLine for symptom checking, treatment options, local support and services, job services, and legal issues.

Postpartum Depression

For: Adults | Support | Information

PostpartumDepression.org supports families affected by postpartum depression, as well as provides education, local services, and online support groups.

Postpartum Support International

For: Adults | Website | Informative

Provides information about postpartum life and complications, including loss of a child, and other related struggles.

What’s Up?

For: All Ages | App | Support

Assists with coping with depression, anxiety, and stress. Also includes grounding and breathing techniques and tracking negative thoughts and habits. Offers a forum to connect with others.

Learn More About Depression

How to help someone with depression?

Start by showing up with empathy and patience. You don’t need to fix their feelings—just listen without judgment and remind them they’re not alone. Encourage them to seek help, whether that’s talking to a therapist, calling a doctor, or reaching out to a support line. Even a simple message like “I’m here for you” can go a long way. If they’re in crisis, they can text 741741 for free support from a live, trained Crisis Counselor, and you can too, if you want to learn some tips on how to help them.

What are the symptoms of depression?

Depression can look different for everyone, but common signs include feeling hopeless, tired all the time, disconnected, or unusually irritable. Some people struggle to eat, sleep, or find joy in things they used to love. It’s more than just a bad day—it’s a deep, ongoing pain that doesn’t go away easily. If you or someone you know is experiencing these symptoms, reaching out for help is a powerful first step.

Am I depressed?

There are a few key symptoms that could indicate you are experiencing far more than your average sadness, but it is important to see a professional for a true diagnosis. You deserve support, even if you’re not sure what you’re going through. You can text CONNECT to 741741 at any time to talk with a live, trained volunteer Crisis Counselor. You don’t have to face this alone.

Where can I get free depression help?

There are free resources available—starting with Crisis Text Line. Text CONNECT to 741741 to connect with a live, trained volunteer Crisis Counselor 24/7. You can also check out community mental health clinics, university counseling centers, or national organizations like NAMI or SAMHSA. Help is out there, and it doesn’t have to cost anything to get started.