How can DBSA support groups help?
No one with depression or bipolar disorder needs to feel alone or ashamed. DBSA support groups provide a safe, caring place to talk about your work and other challenges. Contact DBSA to locate the DBSA chapter or support group nearest you. If there is no group in your area, DBSA can help you start one. When combined with treatment, DBSA support groups: • Can help you stick with your treatment plan and avoid hospitalization. • Provide a place for mutual acceptance, understanding and self-discovery. • Help you understand that depression or bipolar disorder does not define who you are. • Give you the opportunity to benefit from the experiences of those who have “been there.
