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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I'm interested in starting a bipolar support group to help my husband and my family.does anyone know how you go about starting a support group? I want an offical support group -where we can talk and meet in person...sort of like a "live " daily strength version. we live in the hick part of the north ga. mtns...the nearest nami support group is 2 hours away!!! any ideas?
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contact the DBSA and ask them instructions on starting a new chapter in you area....

i think it's www.dbsa.org
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look in the phone book or online for your area i'm sure you'll find a state or non profit to take you in.
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They have great info. Direct link:
http://www.dbsalliance.org/site/PageServer?pagename=support_startsupport
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nope..sorry...
that address i gave you will connect you with the bank of southern africa...

http://www.dbsalliance.org/

For more information on starting a new DBSA chapter or to request a free chapter start-up guide, contact Elizabeth Siegel, Chapter Recruitment Manager, at (800) 826-3632 ext. 154 or esiegel@DBSAlliance.org
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Try Craigs list and advertise what you are trying to do. You may get alot of responses.
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