As a fair few people on this board seem to suffer depression, and even more of us probably know someone who does, I would like to make this a thread to exchange suggestions for ways to treat depression: what type of meditation has (or hasn't) helped, other techniques, tips etc. I would like if possible to keep it quite practical - if we can avoid endless discussion of 'what is a feeling' / 'who is feeling this' etc. that would be nice . . .
Also, if people participating can remember that a some people in the discussion may be currently suffering with depression, and choose their words and manners accordingly, that would be considerate.
Lastly: if you're reading this, think you have depression, and haven't yet sought professional, please please do so. This thread is for support and tips, not to replace the (very necessary) professional treatment.
Useful Links and Resources
I'm going to keep updating this as I go, and as the thread goes.
Meditation / Buddhist
Wildmind - Meditation and Depression - very useful. Thanks to Spiny Norman for this one

Medical
Crazy Meds - brilliant resource on all things pharmaceutical
NHS depression resources and info
Funny (because if you don't laugh . . .)
Hyperbole and a Half - a very witty blog that includes a couple of fantastic posts on depression. Might be especially useful for explaining it to non-sufferers