Depression is an extremely prevalent mental illness in the US. More than 25 million Americans age twelve or older will suffer at least one episode of depression every year – nearly 20% of that population group. This is according to the National Institute of Mental Health. Put simply, one out of every five Americans age 12 and up suffers from depression or has at least once in the past year.
However, it becomes clear that Oregon has a significant depression issue when analyzing data on depression by state provided publicly by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). Out of all fifty states, Oregon has the highest rate of diagnosed depression with 25.2% of residents suffering. That’s more than one out of every four.
The good news is that help is available to you, free and confidential help, around the clock. Here are three helplines any Oregon resident can call to receive assistance for depression. Call today and start down a path toward helping yourself, or helping someone you know.
The National Depression Hotline
Anybody anywhere can call 866-629-4564 to reach a specialist with The National Depression Helpline. It’s a free, confidential, around-the-clock helpline for depression and/or anxiety. Call now for immediate assistance, or click here to visit the website which offers a wealth of additional information and resources. When you’re ready, we’re here to listen.
Northwest Human Services
NHS is basically a resource center for all types of assistance, free and confidential for all Oregon residents. Their crisis hotline is available 24/7 and can be reached at 503-581-5535. There’s also a toll-free option: 800-560-5535 or visit the website by clicking here.
NAMI HelpLine
The National Alliance on Mental Illness offers a helpline for all US residents to receive assistance for depression and/or any form of mental issue. Call 800-950-6264 from Monday to Friday, 10AM to 10PM, or text “HelpLine” to 62640. You may also visit the Oregon-specific NAMI website, which offers a wealth of info, by clicking here.