Group Rules
Share the Air
Everyone who wishes to share has an opportunity to do so. No one person should
monopolize the group time.
One person speaks at a time
Each person should be allowed to speak free from interruption and side
conversations.
What is said here stays here
This is the essential principle of confidentiality and MUST be respected by
all.
Differences of opinion are OK
We are ALL entitled to our own point of view.
We are all equal
We accept cultural, linguistic, social, and racial differences and promote their
acceptance.
Use "I" language/Use Personal Experiences only
Because we do not participate in discussion groups as credentialed professionals,
NO ONE CAN INSTRUCT. However, we can share from our own personal experiences. For example, we cannot say - "you should do X". We can say: "When I was faced with a similar problem. I did X..." Always
put things in the context of our own experiences.
It's OK not to share
People do not have to share if they do not wish to. Much can be gained by just
listening.
It's everyone's responsibility to make the discussion groups a safe place
to share.
We respect confidentiality, treat each other with respect and kindness, and show
compassion
Support is essential to recovery. One of the most helpful things one person can say to (or hear from) another is “I’ve been there.” Depression and Bipolar Disorder can be isolating illnesses, but DBSA has many ways to help connect you with others who have been there as well.
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Dr. Martin Fakiel, MD and contributing members.
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