Depression / Manic-Depression / Post-Partum Dep.
Self Help Clearinghouse
Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA)
National. 1000+ affiliated groups. Founded 1986. Mutual support and
information for persons with depressive and manic-depressive illness
and their families. Provides education on the nature of depressive
illnesses. Advocacy for research and improved access to care. 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 (Mon.-Fri., 8:30am-5pm CST)
Fax: 312-642-7243
Website: http://www.dbsalliance.org
Verified: 11/7/2007
Depressed Anonymous
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: 11/13/2007
Postpartum Support International
International. 600+ members; support networks in 48 states; 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: 805-967-7636
Fax: 805-967-0608
Website: http://www.postpartum.net
E-mail: psioffice@postpartum.net
Verified: 10/9/2007
Dep-Anon
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
Website: http://www.depressedanon.com
E-mail: info@depressedanon.com
Verified: 10/9/2007
Recovery, Inc.
International. 640 groups. Founded 1937. Mental health self-help
organization that offers weekly group meetings for people suffering
from various emotional and mental conditions. 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, Inc.
802 N. Dearborn St.
Chicago, IL 60610
Voice: 312-337-5661
Fax: 312-337-5756
Website: http://www.recovery-inc.org
Verified: 11/5/2007
BPSO (Bipolar Significant Others) Bulletin Board
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
chat, forums, e-mail list and over 3000 pages of information.
Website: http://www.bipolarworld.net/
E-mail: bipolarworld@yahoo.com
Verified: 11/10/2007
Child and Adolescent Bipolar Foundation
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: 4/27/2007
Conduct Disorders Parent Message Board
Online. 6,592 members. Founded 1995. Support for parents living
with a child with one of the many behavior disorders including:
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: 4/30/2007
Recoveries Anonymous
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
P.O. Box 1212
East Northport, NY 11731
Website: http://www.r-a.org
E-mail: raus@r-a.org
Verified: 9/28/2007
GROW in America
International. 143 groups. Founded in 1957. 12-step group that
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: 10/1/2007
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