Depression
Clearinghouse Connector – December 2007
This edition of the Clearinghouse Connector profiles information resources that explore the issue of depression.
One in four Australian women will experience depression at some stage in their life. ‘Depression’ describes a group of illnesses characterised by excessive and long term mood disturbance. The causes of depression are complex and include environmental, social, biological and psychological factors.
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Social Determinants of Depression
Social determinants of mental health disparities among new mothers
Gender Impact Assessment: Depression
Depression, Violence and Abuse
Domestic violence, mental health and trauma
A lifetime of violence: older women and mental health
Pregnancy and Postnatal Depression
Depression in pregnancy and postnatal
The experience of postnatal depression in a rural Australian community
Depression during pregnancy and postpartum
Coping with postnatal depression: a personal perspective
Treatment
Special issues in the management of depression in women
Treating depression: the choices
Depression: causes and treatment
Prevention
Preventing depression: a challenge for the Australian community
The prevention of depression using the internet
General ‘Depression’ Related Resources
Women’s mental health: a silent cause of mortality and morbidity
Remote mental health: Indigenous women of the Top End
Mental health services in Australia 2004-05
Related websites
The Post and Antenatal Depression Association (PANDA) is a Victorian organisation providing information, support and referral to anyone affected by post and antenatal mood disorders. This includes partners and extended family members.
Beyondblue is a national organisation that works to address issues associated with depression in Australia.
ybblue is an organisation aimed at young people, raising awareness and providing support for youth around issues of depression.
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Content Reviewed: 10 December 2007
Last Updated: 1 March 2009