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Yes, there are support groups for individuals with and families of persons with Bipolar Disorder. These below are courtesy of the American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse. Feel free to call 973-989-1122 or visit website www.selfhelpgroups.org for the most up-to-date listings for support groups.
BIPOLAR DISORDER
Abraham Low Self-Help Systems (formerly Recovery, Inc.)International. 600 groups. Founded 1937. Mental health self-help organization that offers weekly peer-led meetings for people suffering from various emotional and mental conditions. Telephone and internet-based meetings available. Principles parallel those found in cognitive-behavioral therapy. Teaches people how to change their thoughts, reactions and behaviors that cause their physical and emotional symptoms. Write: Abraham Low Self-Help Systems, 105 W. Adams St., Suite 2940, Chicago, IL 60603.Call 1-866-221-0302 or 312-337-5661; Fax: 312-726-4446. Website: www.lowselfhelpsystems.org
Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA)National. 1000+ affiliated groups. Founded 1986. Mutual support and information for persons with depression and Bipolar disorder and their families. Provides education on the nature of depressive illnesses. Advocacy for research and improved access to care. Scheduled online support group meetings (Mon., Tues. and Wed.), annual conference, guidelines for developing support groups and quarterly newsletter. Face-to-face support group listings on website. Write: DBSA, 730 N. Franklin St., Suite 501, Chicago, IL 60610. Call 1-800-826-3632 or 312-642-0049(Mon.-Fri., 8:30am-5pm CST); Fax: 312-642-7243. Website: www.dbsalliance.org
Emotions Anonymous International. 784 chapters. Founded 1971. Fellowship for people experiencing emotional difficulties. Uses the 12-step program sharing experiences, strengths and hopes in order to improve emotional health. Books and literature available to new and existing groups. Guidelines available to help start a similar group. Write: Emotions Anonymous International, P.O. Box 4245, St. Paul, MN 55104-0245. Call 651-647-9712; Fax: 651-647-1593. Website: www.emotionsanonymous.org E-mail: orders@emotionsanonymous.org
GROW in America International. 143 groups. Founded in 1957. 12-Step. Group offers mutual help, friendship, community, education and leadership. Focuses on recovery and personal growth. Open to all including those with mental health issues, depression, anxiety, grief, fears, etc. Write: GROW in America, P.O. Box 3667, Champaign, IL 61826. Call 1-888-741-4769. Website: www.growinamerica.org
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Child and Adolescent Bipolar Foundation Online.Site provides information posted by members to provide support to families of children or teens with bipolar disorder. Offers message boards, support group information, community center and general information. Website: www.bpkids.org
Conduct Disorders Parent Message Board Online. 7080 members. Founded 1995. Support for parents of a child with one of the many behavior disorders such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, oppositional defiance disorder, bipolar disorder, conduct disorder, depression, anxiety and substance abuse. Parents of children all ages welcome. Website: www.conductdisorders.com
Schizoaffective.org Online. Provides support for people diagnosed with schizophrenia, schizoaffective, bipolar disorders, their family and caregivers. Site includes a live chat room. Website: schizoaffective.org E-mail schizoaffectiveorg-owner@yahoogroups.com
Support4Hope Online. Provides support of various mental health issues such as autism, obsessive compulsive disorder, bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), ADD and ADHD and the problems that arise from them such as domestic abuse. Online forums and chatroom. Website:www.support4hope.com
FAMILIES OF PERSONS WITH MENTAL ILLNESS
Federation of Families for Children's Mental HealthNational. 137 affiliated groups. Founded 1989. Parent-run organization focused on the needs of children and youth with emotional, behavioral or mental disorders and their families. Provides information, advocacy, newsletter and conferences. For local support group information, click on "Who We Are" on top of menu bar; then click on "Local Chapters and State Organizations." Write: National Federation of Families for Children's Mental Health, 9605 Medical Center Dr., Suite 280, Rockville, MD 20850. Call240-403-1901; Fax: 240-403-1909. Website: www.ffcmh.org E-mail: ffcmh@ffcmh.org
Sibling Support Project National. 340 affiliated groups. Founded 1990. Organization dedicated to the life long concerns of brothers and sisters of people with special health, developmental and mental health concerns. Provides workshops on sibling issues, hosts listservs and provides training on how to implement Sibshops (lively workshops for school-age siblings). Write: Sibling Support Project, c/o Donald Meyer, 6512 23rd Ave. NW, Seattle, WA 98117. Call 206-297-6368. Website: www.siblingsupport.org E-mail: donmeyer@siblingsupport.org
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)(BILINGUAL) National. 1100 groups. Founded 1979. Dedicated to improving the lives of persons living with serious mental illness and their families. Has local self-help and educational groups for family members and mental health consumers. Online community message boards, e-newsletters, blogs and online fact sheets. Quarterly magazines. Focuses on support, education, advocacy and research. Provides online veterans resource center. Write: NAMI, 3803 North Fairfax Dr., Suite 100, Arlington, VA 22203-1701. Call 1-800-950-6264 (helpline) or 703-524-7600 (day); Fax: 703-524-9094. Website: www.nami.org
ONLINE ONLY
Conduct Disorders Parent Message Board Online. 7080 members. Founded 1995. Support for parents of a child with one of the many behavior disorders such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, oppositional defiance disorder, bipolar disorder, conduct disorder, depression, anxiety and substance abuse. Parents of children all ages welcome. Website: www.conductdisorders.com
SibNet Online. 1500+ members. Founded 1998.Listserv for and about adult brothers and sisters of people with special health, developmental and emotional needs. Opportunity for adult brothers and sisters to share information and discuss issues of common interest. Subscribers can connect with their peers, seek information about local services, create connections for their siblings and discuss the proper policies agencies should have toward brothers and sisters. Website:groups.yahoo.com/group/sibnet E-mail: sibnet-owner@yahoogroups.com
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∙ 12y agoBipolar support groups are very effective if the individual attends every meeting and actively participates in the meetings. The individual must put in the effort and be open to others opinions in order to gain some insight and to more efficiently cope with his or her problem.
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Are there any online bipolar support groups for family members online?
DBSAlliance.com is an online Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance group for families dealing with this issue. MDJunction.com also offers online support groups for bipolar. There are plenty of support forums out there for people with many disorders. You can try www.psychforums.com or www.healthboards.com.
What is a good discussion room for bipolar disorder?
there is a web site: http://bipolar.about.com and they have a lot of information about bipolar and there is a link to a chat room for bipolar people and their families or support people.
My wife has bi-polar. Just need to know if their is a support groups that is offering support for us to help them and give us support to help them.or just so one to talk to when we fill like we need someone to talk to?
There are many online support groups for people diagnosed with bipolar disorder and their families. One such group is Daily Strength (http://www.dailystrength.org/c/Bipolar-Disorder/support-group). The Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance website has a search feature that allows you to search for support groups in your area (http://www.dbsalliance.org/site/PageServer?pagename=support_findsupport).
Are there support groups for families of people with bipolar disorder in or near Pullman, WA?
There are some programs through Washington State University 362 Johnson Tower, Pullman, WA - (509) 335-3587
Are people who are not bipolar welcome at most bipolar support groups?
If you are not bipolar and have a specific reason to go to a bipolar support group, like supporting a relative/friend or for educational purposes, then you would likely be allowed. You might need to ask the group for permission and have a legitimate reason
Are there any certified Bipolar support groups for spouses?
There are many support groups for family and spouses of people with Bipolar disorder. You can use google maps to search for one near your location. Support groups are always nearby, consult with this source for one near you. http://www.dbsalliance.org/site/PageServer?pagename=support_findsupport
Are there any online support groups for people suffering from bipolar disorder?
There are lots of them. Psych Central (psychcentral.com) has good support communities for all types of mental illness.
What type of therapy is offered at a bipolar support group?
Bipolar support groups offer therapy and support that may not be available to those suffering from this psychological disorder. Members can exchange resources and experiences, learn what has worked for others, and have socialization opportunities with people who understand what they are going through.
Are there support groups for people with Asperger's Syndrome?
Yes. There are online and local support groups. There are support groups for individuals with Asperger's Syndrome and for the families of individuals with AS. If you go to the OAASIS website listed in the "Related Links" section, it has information on support groups.
What should you do to help your child who has Asperger's Syndrome and anxiety and ADHD?
Your first resource might be his school counselor. I also suggest you look for a support group for families of people with AS. See the Related Link for a list of support groups.
Why are bipolar people so creative?
Honestly, no one knows exactly. However it has been shown that in families where bipolar is relatively common, there is a higher percentage of highly creative people (in the whole family, not just among those with bipolar) than in the general population. Therefor it is suspected to have some genetic component.
Did the medieval people work if they were ill?
yes they did to support their families
