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Depression

Depression is a serious, life-threatening condition that affects an estimated 19 million Americans. Knowing the signs and symptoms can help people know when to seek professional help.

On-line Resources

Crisis Telephone Hotlines

  • 1-800-SUICIDE is the Colorado Helpline. It is a suicide prevention, crisis intervention, depression management, and referral telephone number for people who live in Colorado.
  • Additional Hotline Listings

Resources to Create Farm & Ranch Support Groups

  • Robinson, J. W., Jr. (1982). Successful Farming: Stress and How to Live With It. Meredith Corp.
  • Robinson, J. W. Jr. (1983). Study Guide for Stress and How to Live With It. Meredith Corp.
  • Robinson, J.W. Jr. (1983). Stress and Wellness Home Study Guide (Set of six audio cassettes). (Available from Dr. Jerry Robinson, Jr., 305 Mumford Hall, University of Illinois, Urbana, IL 61801.)
  • Williams, R. T. (1987, January). Neighbor to Neighbor: A Do-It-Yourself Guide for Organizing Farm Family Support Groups. Madison: University of Wisconsin.
  • Molgaard, V. (1985, October). Self-Help Groups (An 8-session guide). Ames: Iowa State University Extension Service.