In the Pluralism Project Directory we list 2228 Buddhist Centers in the United States. Don Morreale lists over a thousand centers in the US and Canada in The Complete Guide to Buddhist America. (Boston: Shambhala Publications, 1998) 2,450,000 â 2002 Britannica Book of the Year estimate for 2000.
Here are 6 things to say to connect with someone living with depression: 1. Iâm here for you.. Just offering to be there for someone with depression helps. Someone who feels trapped in a cycle of self-loathing often feels unworthy of reaching out to people around them.
1 Don't become isolated. 2  Try to participate in social activities, and get together with family or friends regularly. 3  Support groups for people with depression can help you connect to others facing similar challenges and share experiences. 4  Learn ways to relax and manage your stress. Your doctor or therapist may be able to recommend books or websites to read. 2  Locate helpful groups. 3  Many organizations, such as the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) and the Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance, offer education, support groups, counseling and other resources to help with depression.