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, chapter development guidelines and quarterly newsletter. Write: DBSA 730 N. Franklin, Suite 501 Chicago, IL 60610 Voice: 1-800-826-3632 or 312-642-0049 Fax: 312-642-7243 Website: http://www.dbsalliance.org Verified: 10/16/2008
International. 50 affiliated groups. Founded 1985. 12-Step. Program to help depressed persons believe and hope they can feel better. Newsletter, phone support, workshops, conferences, seminars, information and referrals. Information packet and assistance starting a similar group available. Write: Depressed Anonymous Box 17414 Louisville, KY 40217 Voice: 502-569-1989 Website: http://www.depressedanon.com E-mail: info@depressedanon.com Verified: 10/16/2008
International. 600+ members; support networks in 48 states and 25 countries. Founded 1987. Goal is to increase the awareness of the emotional changes women often experience during pregnancy and after the birth of a baby. Information on diagnosis and treatment of postpartum depression. Provides education, advocacy and annual conference. Encourages formation of support groups. Helps strengthen existing groups. Phone support, referrals, literature and newsletter. Write: Postpartum Support International P.O. Box 60931 Santa Barbara, CA 93160 Voice: 1-800-944-4773 Fax: 805-967-0608 Website: http://www.postpartum.net E-mail: psioffice@postpartum.net Verified: 10/13/2008
National. Founded 1999. 12-Step. Fellowship for men, women and children whose lives have been affected by a family member's depression. Members share hope, strength and experience in order to grow emotionally and spiritually. Write: Dep-Anon P.O. Box 17414 Louisville, KY 40217 Voice: 502-569-1989 Website: http://www.depressedanon.com E-mail: info@depressedanon.com Verified: 10/13/2008
International. 600 groups. Founded 1937. Mental health self-help organization that offers weekly group 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: Recovery International 105 W. Adams St., Suite 2940 Chicago, IL 60603 Voice: 312-337-5661 Fax: 312-726-4446 Website: http://www.recovery-inc.org Verified: 6/17/2009
Online. Provides support and information for families and friends of persons with bipolar disorder (aka manic-depression). Opportunity to communicate online with others in similar situations. Website offers chatroom, forums, e-mail list and over 3000 pages of information. Website: http://www.bpso.org Verified: 10/21/2009
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: http://www.bpkids.org Verified: 10/21/2009
Online. 7080 members. Founded 1995. Support for parents living with a child with one of the many behavior disorders such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, oppositional defiance disorder, conduct disorder, depression and substance abuse. Parents with children of all ages welcome. Website: http://www.conductdisorders.com Verified: 10/13/2009
International. 50 chapters. Spiritual recovery group for anyone seeking a solution for any kind of addiction, problem or behavior. Family and friends welcome. 'How To Begin...' guides and 'Start A Group' kit can be downloaded free from the website. Write: Recoveries Anonymous, Universal Services P.O. Box 1212 East Northport, NY 11731 Website: http://www.r-a.org E-mail: raus@r-a.org Verified: 10/28/2009
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 Voice: 1-888-741-4769 E-mail: growil@sbcglobal.net Verified: 10/13/2008
Online. 191 members. Founded 2003. Offers support, encouragement and education geared toward lifestyle changes for bipolar people. Recovery, healing and goal achievement are discussed by caring people who provide suggestions and constructive criticisms. Aim is to help people face themselves and the illness, and accept responsibility for improvement through alternatives which are presented and discussed to stimulate self-determination. Website: http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/bipolar_dream Verified: 4/28/2009
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