Is Peer Support For You?

Unquestionably. I tell them “I’m Here,” and show them different ways that they can connect with others and get additional support

Affirmative. I share resources to help them educate and empower themselves on their wellness journey

Indubitably. I give them support group information for additional peer support

Go to a support group or start one in your community

Volunteer for a local DBSA chapter

Visit DBSA’s Peer Leadership Center

Anyone

Everyone on earth

Humans

Someone who has been recently diagnosed with a mood disorder

Someone is who is affected by the experiences of a friend or family member

Someone who is working on maintaining their wellness

They can start a conversation with friends and family

They can look up a DBSA peer support group

They can reach out on social media

I share educational information and encourage them to talk to their care team

I ask questions and listen

I let them know what medications have worked for my friends and tell them to take those