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June 2, 2024

As always, a calendar of all meetings, including zoom links, is on our site. https://www.dbsanca.org/supportgroups.html

Zoom Link

If the provided link is used online, a password should be unnecessary. Please let us know of any difficulties via [email protected].

Invite link for all ZOOM PEER groups: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/6625874960?pwd=TU5SZ3lkV3o4TDhDdi9lZU1jZDZMQT09

Meeting ID 662 587 4960 Passcode: dbsanca (use this method if you wish to alter your name upon entering the meeting, as only the host can change it during the meeting)

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Dial in 301-715-8592 Meeting ID: 662-587-4960 Passcode: 3858633​

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Google Calendar Links

Special Events and Unofficial Groups | Peer In Person | Peer Virtual

These are the links for our Google Calendar. Our Google Calendar is the most up to date source for meeting information, including links, specific locations, and meeting policies.

​​DBSA National Partnership with HeyPeers

Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance | HeyPeers Here you will find meetings from DBSA including specialized groups.

DBSA National Virtual Groups Listing

Online Support Groups - Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance

Dr. Zarate of NIMH presents: An Update on the Research and Treatment of Bipolar Disorder and Depression

This presentation will take place in person at the GW Hospital Auditorium live and in-person this Thursday June 6 from 7:15-9:00 pm with a Zoom option. The auditorium is on the basement level of the hospital (ID required) at 900 23rd Street, NW (corner of I Street), next to the Foggy Bottom Metro Station.

Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcvcu6sqzoiGdxeg-HWbUVSa1fCae_c6xHU

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Please note this program will be recorded.​

Meetup Groups run by DBSA NCA peers:

Young, Fun, and Living with Chronic/Mental Illness

The Pedestrian Adventure Club - relaxed social walking and late dinners on most Friday evenings, based out of Gaithersburg, Maryland

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NIMH online program Thursday June 6, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM ET: Discrimination as a Social Determinant of Mental Health Disparities Tickets, Thu, Jun 6, 2024 at 10:00 AM | Eventbrite

BBRF Meet the Scientist webinar, Tuesday June 11 at 2:00 ET Neurocognitively-Defined Subtypes in Bipolar Disorder: A Path to More Personalized Treatments | Brain & Behavior Research Foundation (bbrfoundation.org)

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AFSP upcoming programs: American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Upcoming Events

Volunteers 18 and older who have ever experienced depression (with or without a diagnosis) are needed for a study to better understand individuals’ unique experiences of being depressed and getting help.

Eligible study participants will receive a $15 Amazon gift card to thank them for their time.

To learn more, please contact Theresa Beaumier at [email protected] or (414) 251-6984.

Bipolar Disorder: Finding Light on Dark Days | bpHope.com

Ask The Doctor: Avoiding Summer Mania | bpHope.com

Bipolar Disorder and Guilt: How to Let It Go | bpHope.com

How to Finally Give Up ‘Caregiver Guilt’ | bpHope.com

Lived Experience With Bipolar and Guilt | bpHope.com

5 Ways to Manage Bipolar on Summer Holidays | bpHope.com

What Anger Does to the Body: 5 Effects

4 Expert Ways to Fight -Depression Fatigue

Paranoia in Bipolar Disorder

7 Ways to Cope When Someone You Care About Has Antisocial Personality Disorder

Psychologists’ Morning Tips for a Happier, Less-Stressed Day

7 Spring and Summer Foods That Ease Depression

Your 12 Biggest Antidepressant Problems, Solved | Everyday Health

What Is Resilience? Your Guide to Facing Life’s Challenges, Adversities, and Crises

New Antipsychotic That Causes Less Weight Gain Gets FDA Approval

Anxious or Anxiety Disorder? Here’s How to Tell the Difference

Bipolar Disorder: When Sexuality Is in Overdrive

7 Things to Avoid Saying to Someone With Bipolar Disorder

6 Signs You or Someone You Know Has Borderline Personality Disorder

What It’s Like to Live With Suicidal Thoughts

Can Living Alone Make You Feel Depressed?

A Therapist Speaks: How We Can End Bipolar Disorder Stigma

Why Does Depression Make It Hard to Shower?

Best Free Online Therapy 2024

Schizophrenia Treatment

High-Functioning Depression: Is It a Real Diagnosis?

7 Celebrities Who Have Autism

12 Famous People With Bipolar Disorder

Burnout: Tips for Coping When You Can’t Just Quit

Vitamin D and Depression | Everyday Health

9 Reasons You Have No Energy

When to Cut Ties With a Toxic Parent

Marijuana Use and Schizophrenia Risk

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In Health,

The DBSA NCA Web Team

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