DESCRIPTION
Welcome to the Bipolar Wellness Support and Education group. This expert-led support group is for those living with bipolar disorder. This group is a safe and confidential space to share, learn, connect, and grow. In this group participants will receive warm support, wellness management, crisis prevention, develop connection, and learn through psychoeducation.
In this group, we will discuss:
• Strategies for self-care
• Understanding bipolar disorder
• The symptoms of bipolar disorder
• Brain effects of bipolar disorder
• Medication management
• Mania, hypomania, and depression
Plus, more!
Community Guidelines
This group is a safe space for all members. By joining this group, you agree to the following:
• Treat other members with respect and civility (including those you disagree with). There will be no tolerance for no personal remarks, bullying, flaming, racism, sexism, criticism, or homophobic comments in the group or sessions.
• No abusive or offensive language. Notify the Support Group Leader or Mental Happy if another member is being harassing towards you or other members.
• Members must have cameras on during group session, taking pictures or recording is prohibited.
• Members have one chance. If they violate the rules, the person will be removed from the group.
• Use *Trigger Warning* at the beginning of posts that may be upsetting or harmful for other members to read. Pro-tip: if you think the post might be triggering, it probably is!
• Tag the Support Group Leader on peer message threads needing expert guidance to ensure members get the appropriate advice.
• If you have any queries or doubts, ask questions and be active. We are here for you.
If a member intentionally violates the above rules, they will first receive a warning. Repeated violations will result in membership termination at the discretion of the Support Group Leader.