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It can help to hear from people who understand parts of what you are living through. You can explore a group without having your whole story ready.

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Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance

DBSA offers online peer-support groups for people living with depression or bipolar disorder.

Who it helps: People living with depression or bipolar disorder. Check each group’s age and participation rules.
Where: U.S.-based organization with online groups; check the provider’s participation requirements.
When: Scheduled meetings. Check the current calendar, time zone, registration, and available places.
Cost: DBSA support groups are free.
Before you share: Read the group rules and the meeting platform’s privacy policy before joining. Ask what other participants can see and whether recording is prohibited.

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Peer groups are not a crisis-response service or a replacement for individual treatment. Find immediate or ongoing human support.

Source: DBSA’s online support-group directory. Resource information reviewed October 14, 2026. Check DBSA for current meeting availability.

Find a group that fits you.

Before joining, ask about age requirements, accessibility, whether you can listen before speaking, and how the group handles privacy. You can leave a group that does not feel like a good fit.

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