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Mental Health Information

NIMH offers authoritative information about mental disorders, a range of related topics, and the latest mental health research.

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Woman looking out the window Seasonal Affective Disorder

Seasonal affective disorder is a type of depression that comes and goes with the seasons, typically starting in the late fall and early winter and going away during the spring and summer. Learn about the signs, symptoms, and treatments.

National Family Caregivers Month

Millions of caregivers support aging parents, ill spouses, or other loved ones with disabilities at home. Being a caregiver can take an emotional and mental toll on the family member providing care. NIMH has several resources to help caregivers identify and understand their own stress.

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Health Topics
NIMH offers expert-reviewed information on mental disorders and a range of topics. Use our A to Z list to find basic information on signs and symptoms, risk factors, treatment, and current clinical trials.

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Statistics
NIMH statistics pages include statistics on the prevalence, treatment, and costs of mental illness for the population of the United States, in addition to information about possible consequences of mental illnesses, such as suicide and disability.

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Brochures and Fact Sheets
Download, read, and order free NIMH brochures and fact sheets about mental disorders and related topics. Publications are categorized by disorder, audience, or special topics. Publications are also available in Spanish.

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Help for Mental Illnesses

If you or someone you know has a mental illness, there are ways to get help. Use these resources to find help for yourself, a friend, or a family member. (Esta página también está disponible en español.)

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Clinical Trials
If you or a friend or family member are thinking about taking part in clinical research, this page contains basic information about clinical trials, including why people participate, how to find a trial at NIMH or across the country, and what you should consider if you are thinking of participating.

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