Our Mission: The National Network of Depression Centers advances scientific discovery and access to evidence-based care by developing knowledge and translating it into patient care through the collaboration of centers of excellence. Our Vision: A future in which effective treatment of depressive illnesses will be integrated without stigma into the healthcare system for everyone. Our Values: Members of the NNDC believe that increasing scientific knowledge about depression and bipolar disorder and improving care for patients are interdependent goals. Sustained large-scale collaboration among diverse academic centers of excellence is the best way to realize our vision.