Bipolar Disorder by Janelle M. Caponigro

Author:Janelle M. Caponigro [Caponigro, Janelle M., Lee, Erica H., Johnson, Sheri L., Kring, Ann M.]
Language: eng
Format: epub
ISBN: 9781608821839
Publisher: New Harbinger Publications
Published: 2012-09-01T04:00:00+00:00

Support Groups

It can be comforting to interact with other people who have a diagnosis of bipolar disorder. No one knows more about this illness than others who have experienced the same ups and downs. Joining a support group can help you connect with people who have had similar experiences, enhance your ability to stay well in times of stress, and give you the opportunity to both give and receive support. Support groups provide a great outlet to share symptoms, struggles, and accomplishments with a community of people who understand your experiences.

Support groups are usually organized by treatment facilities or consumer groups and are available in person and online for both individuals and their families. Although support groups offer the opportunity to meet new people and create new friendships, they aren’t for everybody. Some people find that it can be overwhelming to hear about other people’s difficulties with the disorder. If you find that for any reason you aren’t comfortable in a given group, you may want to try other support groups in your area to find a group you feel comfortable with. The atmosphere, level of positivity, and style of different support groups can vary widely. Also, be aware that although confidentiality is expected, it isn’t guaranteed in a support group, so you may want to be careful about how much personal information you share. A great resource for finding local and online support groups is the Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance website (under the Find Support link at www.dbsalliance.org).

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