What we’re about
A group that supports and builds social capital for professionals with Bipolar 1 Disorder.
Sometimes peer mental health groups can be a bit too broad in terms of mental health experiences in group for individuals to all relate to eachother. There's nothing wrong with different experiences, but sometimes it's tough to get the specific type of support and connection you need if you don't have enough lived experience in common. A group like this is vital, as approximately 1 out of every 10 people with bipolar 1 disorder complete suicides, who's is astronomically higher than any other group of people on the planet. Professionals with Bipolar 1 are not immune to crisis.
Despite progress being made by mental health systems to support our survival, it's time to take matters into our own hands. By supporting eachother and using or vast skill sets, we can make change for the better.
The bipolar one professionals group, looks to be a place for people diagnosed with bipolar 1 disorder who are professionals in a variety of fields. The goal of the group is to support eachother but also build community, networks, and projects that further the interests of professionals with Bipolar 1.
The bipolar one professionals group stands in solidarity with everyone with mental illness and will look to make connections with different groups in the city, while also having a place where specific wellness strategies can be discussed, and folks can look to grow and develop connections with other people with similar experience.