Painting of young woman reading a book and standing.
A Girl Reading (detail), Kim Frohsin © 1998. Used with permission of the artist

Support Organizations

The Maryland Psychiatric Society may be able to refer you to a psychiatrist who accepts your insurance or is more conveniently located.

Peer support and additional resources for patients suffering from mood disorders or other psychiatric conditions can be found at the National Alliance on Mental Illness and the Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance.

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