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How Do Depression Anxiety and Addiction Intersect Dangerously?
New research reveals how depression, anxiety, and addiction create a deadly cycle in your brain – but there’s hope for breaking free.
Why Call The National Depression Hotline
The National Depression Hotline is a nationwide resource for people struggling with depression and post-traumatic stress disorder. We know how hard it is to find reliable, and free resources to help yourself or a loved one. This website does just that. If you want to talk, getting help for depression is only a phone call away. Our free depression hotline is available 24/7.
When you're ready, we're here to listen.
“My wife had been struggling with anxiety and depression for some time, and it was tearing us apart. I didn’t know where to turn so I called the National Depression Hotline. They gave me the resources and steps to take to get my wife help.” – Anonymous Caller
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What is the National Depression Hotline?
The National Depression Hotline is free and here to help anyone with depression or a mental health crisis. If you or a loved one recognize depression or anxiety, reach out and take advantage of the resources available to you. We can help you connect with a specialist who will pinpoint the causes or triggers of your struggles, and develop a plan for addressing them. A rehabilitation program may be the best option if you’re struggling with a mental health disorder. This provides you with a safe environment to get the help you need to find your own path to recovery.