Web Links to Non Government Organisations (NGOs)
You may find the following links to NGO Web sites of interest. The BluePages team has no control over the content of these sites. We do not necessarily recommend, agree with or certify that these sites are accurate or helpful (see Disclaimer).
United States
United Kingdom
Australia
beyondblue
http://www.beyondblue.org.au/
The beyondblue national depression initiative was established by Jeff Kennett with funds from the Commonwealth and State governments of Australia. Beyondblue aims to decrease the prevalence of depression and reduce its impact.
Black Dog Institute
http://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/
Provides information about bipolar disorder and depression. Also includes information about the Institute's Mood Disorders Unit, their clinical services and research.
Carers Association of Australia
http://www.carersaustralia.com.au/
Peak body with state and territory networks representing carers.
Centre for Rural & Remote Mental Health (CRRMH)
http://www.crrmh.com.au/
The Centre aims to provide education and training programmes, undertake research and evaluate innovative service delivery models in mental health throughout rural and remote New South Wales.
depressioNet
http://www.depressionet.com.au/
A 24 hr online not-for-profit organization which aims to provide comprehensive information, help and support. Includes email support and online forums (message board and chat).
Kids Help Line
http://www.kidshelp.com.au/
Describes the Kids Help Line telephone information answering service. Provides help online.
Mental Health Council of Australia
http://www.mhca.com.au/
Website of the peak non-government body representing the interests of the mental health sector.
Reach Out!
http://www.reachout.asn.au/ A well known website offering help and information for young people.
Mental Health First Aid
http://www.mhfa.com.au/
First aid courses focussing on mental health issues.
SANE Australia
http://www.sane.org/
Provides information/education and support for consumers and carers affected by mental illness
United States
Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA)
http://www.DBSAlliance.org/
DBSA provides education, advocacy, support groups. Site includes a list of groups throughout the United States.
National Foundation for Depressive Illness
http://www.depression.org/
NFDI provides information about depression, referral and support groups.
National Alliance for the Mentally Ill (NAMI)
http://www.nami.org/
NAMI provides support, information and referral. Includes database of affiliates/support groups across the United States.
National Mental Health Association
http://www.nmha.org/
NMHA provides information/education and support. Lists details of affiliated throughout United States.
United Kingdom
Depression Alliance
http://www.depressionalliance.org/
Samaritans
NHS Direct, National Health Service
http://www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk/
Lists more non government support organisations concerned with depression.