Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance - National Headquarters

Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance - National Headquarters Find Wellness. Find Community. Find Hope. Visit dbsalliance.org for wellness info and tools, inspiring stories, podcasts and more.

Through 500+ support groups and 160+ chapters, DBSA reaches people with in-person and online peer support and easy-to-understand information on depression and bipolar disorder.

05/25/2026

Real Talk. Real Support. Even DBSA’s Board Chair says DBSA is something you need in your life.
It’s the final days of —and the moment to act is now.

DBSA provides peer‑led programs and trusted resources where open and honest conversations happen. Together, we can stay committed to keeping them free and accessible to anyone who needs them.

Right now, your generosity goes twice as far. All donations are matched dollar‑for‑dollar up to $13,500.

Double your impact today and help ensure no one has to face depression or bipolar disorder alone. https://bit.ly/4dkkFe5

One of the biggest challenges in recognizing mania is that early signs can feel positive. Dr. Andrea Vassilev, DBSA Advi...
05/19/2026

One of the biggest challenges in recognizing mania is that early signs can feel positive. Dr. Andrea Vassilev, DBSA Advisory Board Member, walks us through how these changes can be mistaken for productivity or progress—but they may be early indicators of something more.

Learn more: https://www.dbsalliance.org/bipolarmania

Real Talk. Take Action. Because Real Talk saves lives—and Real Support makes it possible. Download check‑in and conversa...
05/19/2026

Real Talk. Take Action.

Because Real Talk saves lives—and Real Support makes it possible.

Download check‑in and conversation guides as part of our Mental Health Awareness Month campaign, including Talk About Depression, Caregiver Check‑In, and Asking Yourself: How Am I Really Doing?

Donate to support our mission and help make Real Talk. Real Support. an option—always. P.S. Your gift will be matched up to $13,500 this month!
https://bit.ly/4txxNRS

Real Talk. Myth vs Reality. This , we’re getting real about the myths people bring into mental health spaces—and the re...
05/14/2026

Real Talk. Myth vs Reality.

This , we’re getting real about the myths people bring into mental health spaces—and the reality of how they’re handled in a DBSA support group.

Through Real Talk. Real Support., our peer‑led groups create open, supportive conversations about what it’s like to live with mood disorders. These spaces help break stigma and reduce loneliness by reminding people they’re more than a diagnosis—and that someone truly understands what they’re going through.

Learn how DBSA facilitators help dispel common misconceptions and build connections.

Visit the MHAM campaign page: https://www.dbsalliance.org/2026-mental-health-awareness-month/

05/13/2026

Real Talk. You’re Not Alone.

Michael opens up about his mental health journey and the unexpected impact of support groups.

“Sitting there and talking about something you’ve been struggling with, then getting a whole new perspective you hadn’t been thinking about.”

Watch the full video of Michael’s journey on our Mental Health Awareness Month campaign page: https://www.dbsalliance.org/2026-mental-health-awareness-month/

Early signs of hypomania and mania don’t always feel like a problem. They can show up as increased energy, faster thinki...
05/12/2026

Early signs of hypomania and mania don’t always feel like a problem.

They can show up as increased energy, faster thinking, or a sense of productivity—making them easy to miss.

Recognizing these changes early can help people access support sooner.

Learn more: https://www.dbsalliance.org/bipolarmania

05/05/2026

Hypomania and mania don’t always look the way people expect.

Early signs can feel like increased energy, productivity, or confidence—making them easy to miss. Through lived experience, caregiving, peer support, and clinical perspective, this video series highlights how these changes show up and why recognizing them early matters.

Explore the full series to hear their stories and learn more about recognizing and managing hypomania and mania: https://www.dbsalliance.org/bipolarmania

Tardive Dyskinesia (TD) can show up in subtle ways—but recognizing the signs matters.During Tardive Dyskinesia Awareness...
05/03/2026

Tardive Dyskinesia (TD) can show up in subtle ways—but recognizing the signs matters.

During Tardive Dyskinesia Awareness Week, we’re sharing resources to help you better understand TD and support informed conversations about care.

Visit our website to learn more: https://bit.ly/3xhwSdF

05/01/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month.

At DBSA, this month is an opportunity to raise awareness, share trusted resources, and make more room for honest conversations about mental health. For people living with mood disorders and the people who care about them, that kind of visibility matters. We’ll be sharing content throughout the month focused on support, education, and community. Learn more about DBSA here: https://bit.ly/3wR2SIN

This Mental Health Awareness Month, DBSA is creating space for honest conversations about depression and bipolar disorde...
04/30/2026

This Mental Health Awareness Month, DBSA is creating space for honest conversations about depression and bipolar disorder—led by people who have lived it.

Conversations around:
- What people get wrong
- What it really feels like
- What actually helps

Join us throughout May for real stories, real experiences, and real support.

Behind every number is a real story of hope, connection, and change. These statistics reflect the powerful impact of pee...
04/23/2026

Behind every number is a real story of hope, connection, and change. These statistics reflect the powerful impact of peer support—made possible by people like you.
Learn more in our 2025 Impact Report: https://bit.ly/4cNmpuR

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