- Contents
- Introduction
- Q. What is depression?
- Q. How does depression affect college students?
- Q. Are there different types of depression?
- Q. What are the signs and symptoms of depression?
- Q. What causes depression?
- Q. How can I find out if I have depression?
- Q. How is depression treated?
- Q. What are antidepressants?
- Q. If a doctor prescribes an antidepressant, how long will I have to take it?
- Q. What is psychotherapy?
- Q. If I think I may have depression, where can I get help?
- Q. How can I help myself if I am depressed?
- Q. How can I help a friend who is depressed?
- Q. What if I or someone I know is in crisis?
- Q. How can research help college students who have depression?
- Citations
- For more information on depression
Q. How can research help college students who have depression?
A. The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) sponsors research on the causes, diagnosis, and treatment of depression, including studies focused on adolescents and young adults. NIMH is sponsoring research on the effectiveness of mental health programs for college students. NIMH is also funding research on new strategies to help students adjust to college life and to reduce suicidal thinking and behavior.
You can find more information about the causes, diagnosis, and treatment of depression, including research related to adolescents and young adults, on the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) website.
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