What Is Depression?
Depression (major depressive disorder) is a common and serious medical illness that negatively affects how you feel, the way you think and how you act. Fortunately, it is also treatable.
Depression
Learn about depression, including symptoms, risk factors, treatment options and answers to your questions.
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Guide to the 2023 Mental Health Services Conference
Download and view the Guide to the 2023 Mental Health Services Conference, which includes general conference information, schedule at-a-glance, sessions quick guide, MHSC Marketplace highlights, and more!
American Journal of Psychiatry Residents' Journal
The American Journal of Psychiatry — Residents’ Journal is now accepting applications to join the 2016-2017 Editorial Board.
MindGames
MindGames, APA@s national residency team competition, is a fun way for residents to test their knowledge on patient care, medical knowledge, and psychiatric history while earning bragging rights for their program.
Minority and Underrepresented (M/UR) Caucuses
APA members who identify with any of the APA’s recognized minority and underrepresented groups are urged to join that group’s caucus.
APAPAC
APAPAC represents the profession of psychiatry and mental health care to the U.S. Congress. APAPAC is a non-partisan political action committee.
Congressional Advocacy Network
Learn more and participate in the Congressional Action Network, APA@s political grassroots network.
Advocacy Action Center
Help shape legislation that advances your profession and promote the highest quality of care for your patients and their families
Moore Equity in Mental Health Community Fair
An event to provide Washington, D.C.-, Maryland- and Virginia-area community members with mental health information and resources, connect individuals to mental health services and organizations, and foster a day of family fun with games, music, prizes and more!