As a founding member of the National Network of Depression Centers, we are committed to increasing scientific knowledge about depression & bipolar disorder and removing the stigma associated with mental illness. These aims will enable advanced patient care, thereby significantly improving quality of life.

The most recent Depression Center Newsletter

Read the Spring/Summer, 2021 Newsletter

Exciting Virtual Fund Raising Event was held on August 20th.

Dr. Jess Wright, MD, co-authors Op-Ed on CNN Business.

The title is "5 ways businesses can prevent a costly mental health crisis." Read it here.

Depression Center Annual Conference Goes Virtual

Because of the Covid-19 pandemic, the 14th Annual Conference of the UofL Depression Center will be held remotely on Novemeber 5th and 6th, 2020. As in past years, the program will feature leading experts in mental health treatment and will offer rich opportunities for learning. This year’s conference will feature keynote speakers, Judith Beck, Ph.D., one of the world’s most influential psychotherapists, and Boadie Dunlop, M.D., a top authority on the novel uses of psychedelics in treatment of depression. Full CME credits will be available to registrants.. Schedule and Speaker Bios

CANCELLED: FREE Public Seminars

The upcoming free seminars have been cancelled due to the COVID-19 situation.

Weekly Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) Meetings

Tuesday nights, 7:30 - 8:30pmSeveral of our providers partner with the DBSA Family and Friends Groups. More information here.

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Director Jess Wright, MD, offers suggestions for coping during the pandemic