Bipolar Disorder Support Group

Bipolar disorder is not just a single disorder, but a category of mood disorders marked by periods of abnormally high energy and euphoria, often accompanied by bouts of clinical depression. This is the place to talk about your experience with bipolar disorder, learn from others' experiences, and find support.

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support groups?

solofighter
solofighter
how do people feel about going to support groups? i signed up for a cuouple in my community...and dont know what to expect..
Halterbroke
Halterbroke
It really depends on the group. And the moderator, actually, not letting some people talk too much and others not at all etc. Groups can be super. Good luck.
solofighter
solofighter
these groups i was told are more informational, not about your specific life details. and they said you dont have to talk if you dont want to. but that itd be helpful. i havent started them yet, dont know when they start. but im kinda nervous.
beckyp
beckyp
I met one of my best friends in a depression group. There was a moderator with that group, but it was very helpful . I also went to a community bipolar support group for a while and I met some really nice people. I didn't have to speak at either group unless I wanted to.
deleted_user
deleted_user
The couple times I was involved in support groups it was very helpful. Unfortunately not much available in the community I now live in or I would probably still attend one.

The ones I went to you only shared as much as you wanted to or as little or none at all. I am usually very shy and it takes awhile for me to feel comfortable enough to open up. No one was pushy in the groups I attended and over time I found I could open up and contribute to the group and share some of my own feelings.

I hope you find one that works for you they can be very helpful. Best of Luck.
solofighter
solofighter
thanks for all the positive feedback, i hope it works. one i am joiining is a depression one and another is for bipolar. im hopign they help
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