By: Jason Ulanet, MSCP
For many of those suffering with
Major Depression or Bipolar Disorder, the feeling that they are either
incapable or not permitted to discuss their struggles openly serves as a demoralizing
obstacle to progressing with treatment and recovery. This frustrating sense of
isolation, of not feeling validated and understood, often deepens and lengthens
their suffering. Conversely, communicating openly about painful feelings with
those who will listen without judgment can bring an invaluable sense of relief
and comfort.
Since 1985, the Depression and
Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) has given this opportunity to individuals
nationwide suffering from these disorders, as well as their families. As
Alcoholics and Narcotics Anonymous groups are run by members who themselves are
in recovery, DBSA groups are also facilitated by individuals who have been in
treatment for Depression and Bipolar Disorder. DBSA support groups provide
individuals and their families with the chance to discover, experientially,
that they are not alone. Additionally, helpful strategies and coping skills can
be shared, as well up-to-date research on these illnesses and treatment
methods.
DBSA has three separate groups meeting
one evening a week in Johnson County, KS, and we are excited to announce they
will now be offering their first group on the Missouri side here at Research
Psychiatric Center, Thursday evenings from 7-9pm. Families are invited to
attend as well as anyone in ongoing treatment for Depression and Bipolar
Disorders.
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