Online Support Groups

• Families for Depression Awareness Online Community has moderated support groups for family members and friends of a loved one with a depressive disorder. This is a safe and helpful place designed to connect you with other caregivers who share the same experiences you do.

Face to Face Support Groups in your State

• Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance has a directory of support groups for people with depression or bipolar disorder and families and friends.
• The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention provides support groups for families who have lost loved ones to suicide.
• The National Alliance of the Mentally Ill offers a free 12-week family to family education program on all mental illnesses. The organization also has support groups.

Parents of Children

• Child and Adolescent Bipolar Foundation For parents of children with bipolar disorder.

• Federation of Families for Mental Health National organization with support group chapters in most states.