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

• Colorado Crisis Services
• Agricultural Financial Crisis
• All About Depression
• Internet Mental Health
• The College Student’s Guide to Depression
• Colorado Rehab Centers

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.