Starting this June 2025, the Online #1 and Mood Disorders Support Group will merge into one combined group. This means more shared experiences and a stronger connected community.

We meet on the every first Thursday of the month, 6:30pm - 8:00pm (Melbourne Time). Online sessions are conducted on Zoom.

Meeting Link:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81885499975?pwd=Mcba8fPRmCNa6T4buDN3CFKuKCjgYW.1 

Meeting ID: 818 8549 9975

Passcode: 471544

The purpose of our support groups is to provide an opportunity for people living with bipolar and other mood disorders to connect with other diagnosed people with similar experiences. Group members gain strength and support from each other, and learn new ways of coping through sharing feelings, knowledge, information and ideas. There are a wide range of symptoms with Bipolar Disorder and other mood disorders and these can vary depending on the type of mood disorder and age of the person.

 Common symptoms include:

• Mania, hypermania, depression
• Persistent feelings of sadness, anxiousness and/or emptiness. 
• Feeling hopeless or helpless
• Decreased energy.
• Irritability, hostility, or aggression
• Relationship problems
• Changes in appetite and/or weight
• Trouble sleeping or sleeping too much
• Low self-esteem, feeling inadequate or worthless
• Excessive guilt
• Suicidal ideation

These feelings are more extreme and prolonged than what a person may normally feel on occasion. Symptoms can be so severe that it interferes with one’s interest in family, friends, community and/or work.

REGISTER FOR A SUPPORT GROUP

Although there is no requirement to book, it would be really helpful to let us know that you are coming to our support group meeting, especially if this is your first time. This helps us with arranging seating, catering and making you feel welcome.

If you’d like to speak to someone about what to expect then include your phone number and the group facilitator will give you a call back.