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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Group therapy/support groups?

Redsgal21
Redsgal21
Has anyone has done either? Do you just ask your t doc for options?
Community LeaderSunCloudJD
SunCloudJD
If you're talking about peer support you could probably look online to find something in your area

I was in a Cognitive Group many years ago and my pdoc referred me... I really got a lot out of it... You'll probably need a referral for group therapy...x
MayB
MayB
Done a a bipolar support group for many years it's been a wonderful community. I can't say enough good things about it.

I've also done group therapy and found it very helpful....give it a try you have nothing to lose!
spacepony
spacepony
I love group therapy if the group members are suited to each other. I want to look for another group. I mean to ask my doc at our next appointment.

Yeah, ask yr therapist or psychiatrist and look online, too. It might take a bit of searching to find something online.

I have found it worthwhile.
SensitiveHoboLady
SensitiveHoboLady
I've had success. Yes, my tdoc got me started in the right direction.
wiccanwolf1
wiccanwolf1
I've also had success in group therapy, namely 12 step programs and DBT. DBT is something that you need a referral from your tdoc or pdoc to get into.
12 step programs are free anonymous programs for anyone with alcohol or substance abuse issues.
Redsgal21
Redsgal21
Thanks everyone.
bluemood33
bluemood33
Group therapy is good if the facilitator sticks to the rules for the group and support groups are good if the facilitator does stick to rules but also acts as if they want to be there and has a genuine drive to be supportive.
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