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Wellness Toolbox

The road to wellness begins with you. Below are some tools to help you communicate better with your doctor, keep track of your symptoms and moods, record the progress you're making, and reach recovery!



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OUR MISSION: DBSA provides hope, help, support, and education to improve the lives of people who have mood disorders.

The Power of Peers

DBSA envisions wellness for people who live with depression and bipolar disorder. Because DBSA was created for individuals living with mood disorders, our vision, mission, and programming are always informed by the personal, lived experience of peers.

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