DEPRESSION SUPPORT

Here to lift you up when you feel down

Everyone deserves to live emotionally happier, healthier lives. Its normal to get sad or anxious sometimes. But if these feelings keep up, it may be depression. Here are some resources to help.

Screening for depression

If you think you or a loved one has depression, just answer a few questions. Then discuss the results with your provider.

TAKE THE TEST

Support you can count on

If you’d like help with mental and emotional needs, you can rely on your care team. They provide ongoing, one-on-one support for depression, anxiety and stress. We’ve got your back, when you’re ready.

GET HELP

Need help right away?

If you or your child are having a mental health emergency right now, call 911. You can also go to the nearest ER. Or visit a walk-in mental health crisis center. If you need someone to talk to, call:

TENNESSEE MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS HOTLINE
1-855-274-7471

NATIONAL SUICIDE PREVENTION HOTLINE
1-800-273-TALK (8255)

Living well with depression

There are many ways to treat depression.

Antidepressants

Medicine can help lift your depression. But taking it correctly plays a big role in how well it works. Side effects usually go away in time. And don’t stop taking your medicine until you talk to your provider.

Antidepressant safety Coping with side effects

Counseling and therapy

Talking to a professional can help. You don’t need a referral to see a specialist like a counselor, psychologist or psychiatrist.

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Healthy habits

Exercise, a healthy diet and the right amount of sleep can help you feel better.

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More than the baby blues

It's normal for new moms to feel sad and emotional. But if these feelings last, it could be postpartum depression.

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Primary care providers can help

Talk to your primary care provider (PCP) about emotional or mental health needs. They can do screenings and recommend treatments. They can also connect you to a behavioral health specialist, but you don’t need a referral. Just make sure the provider takes your plan.

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