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Identifying Depression: People who are clinically depressed feel down, sad, or hopeless all the time, for weeks on end, and can experience the following symptoms:
| • | Loss of interest in pleasurable activities | • | Lack of energy |
| • | Difficulty sleeping, or sleeping too much | • | Appetite loss or overeating |
| • | Difficulty thinking clearly, remembering or concentrating well enough to read or watch television | • | Persistent feelings of sadness, worthlessness, guilt |
| • | Restlessness or irritability | • | Thoughts of death or suicide |
Depression may occur along with related conditions such as substance abuse, post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), or any number of other physical and mental health disorders.
Practice Guidelines
Evidence-based, clinical practice guidelines for the treatment of depression.
Clinical Assessment Tools
This collection of assessment tools is not all-inclusive and is intended only as an additional depression screening resource.
Treatment Options
Review the recommended treatment options for treating depression, including general information about drug therapy.
Treatment Manuals and More
Find treatment plan details based on research and established treatment strategies and reassessments here. Additional resources for mental health providers.
TRICARE Behavioral Health Benefits
The U.S. Department of Defense military health care system offers TRICARE Prime, Extra and Standard benefits to active duty service members, families and retirees. TRICARE Reserve Select is a premium-based health plan for Guard and Reserve service members and families.
Resources for Primary Care Providers
Here's where providers will find everything from fact sheets to videos, books and online resources about depression.
Self-Help Resources for Patients
Find a variety of patient tools; including fact sheets, videos, books and web sites.