The Depression and Bipolar Alliance (DBSA)

The Depression and Bipolar Alliance (DBSA) and Clinical Depression Symptoms Information.

The Depression and Bipolar Alliance (DBSA) is a national organization that provides support, aid and resources to individuals. The organization receives over 3,000 calls every month on their toll free referral line and provides information to 23 million visitors every year on their website. DBSA also sends out free information to over 20,000 people each month. DBSA group is a grassroots organization of 1,000 patient run support groups.

The Depression and Bipolar Alliance is an organization that is needed to assist individuals with mood disorder before they have been diagnosed or when treatment isn't working. Approximately 15 million individuals suffer from depression and 5 million individuals suffer from bipolar disorder in the US. Anyone can become affected with a mood disorder regardless of one's racial background, age or social status. Depression and bipolar disorder are the most widespread mental illnesses.

In addition to the The Depression and Bipolar Alliance main website there are other DBSA websites available. The Technical Assistance Center (TAC) provides assistance to individuals who suffer from all types of mental disorders. Facing us is a website which serves as an online home for individuals who struggle with a mood disorder. Rebecca's Dream is an online resource that strives to promote compassion and understanding to those suffering from depression and bipolar disorder and to treat these disorders as a real disease.

The Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder eLearning Center is another online resource available to those suffering from a mood disorder or to those who need information. Professional Development, community outreach and wellness programs are provided by the organization. The organization is supported by DBSA as well.

The Depression and Bipolar Alliance is a patient directed organization. Its services are available to everyone who would like assistance or information. The organization continues to help millions of people each year at no cost.

Author: J. James, Clinical Depression Symptoms Information & Reviews