For instance, people who cry easily may be dismissed as weak. Because people with bipolar disorder are often unfairly judged, they may lose opportunities to develop friendships or romantic involvements, or have trouble achieving their career goals. The struggles people with bipolar disorder face may contribute to self-esteem problems. With a grassroots network of 275 chapters and support groups, National DMDA offers one or more support groups associated with each chapter. The groups have medical advisors and appointed facilitators.
Most members are patients or have loved ones with depressive illnesses.
Provide a forum for mutual acceptance, understanding and self-discovery. Help consumers understand depressive disorders do not define who they are. Take the next step toward wellness for your or for someone you love. Call National DMDA to locate the DMDA chapter or support group nearest you or visit our on-line Chapter Directory . Conclusion Research increasingly suggests that rapid cycling is significantly different from other forms of bipolar disorder.