About support groups for depression, bipolar disorder and other mental illnesses.

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About support groups

Support groups for depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorder and other mental health conditions can be places of enlightenment and support. But here's what you should know.

What they ARE:
* A place to share experiences, information, and strategies for living successfully with mental health disorders.
* Peer-led.
* Safe and non-judgmental.
* Confidential.
* Offer emotional support, friendship, and a sense of belonging.
* Meet regularly.

However, what they are NOT:
* Not a pity party.
* Not a dating service.
* Not a gripe session.
* Not a place to diagnose.
* Not an expert giving a lecture.
* Not a replacement for professional care.
* Not a theater for people craving attention to monopolize any discussion.
* Not a place to gossip about, harass, or otherwise add to the depression of others in this group.

Source: Depression & Bipolar Support Alliance Colorado Springs

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