Support groups_ Major depression

One of the most important support groups is the South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG). Please note that most of the support groups are run by private individuals and it is best to contact SADAG first to confirm whether the details have changed. You can phone SADAG on 011 262 6396 or 0860 103 645; and also on –

• Tel. 011 783 1474
• Tel. 014 718 1009
• Tel. 021 913 4046
• Tel. 041 364 2746
• Tel. 031 701 1378
• Or visit their website at http://www.Depressionremedy.com.

An important telephonic source, particularly if suicidal challenges present themselves, is LifeLine, at –

• Tel. 011 728 1331/1347
• Tel. 031 312 2323
• Tel. 057 357 2746
• Tel. 021 461 1111

Finally, any Google search on the Internet using keywords such as “depression”, “major depression”, “depressive disorders” and so on will provide you with a huge number of sources of support, information and other literature. There is plenty of help out there!