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VOL. 29 NO. 5 Out of Darkness...May 2016
Take One!
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See Page 9 for location & map
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Exit 91 Frwy at Van Buren. Go south 4.2
miles on Van Buren to
Whispering Spur. Turn left.
2nd
driveway
on the right
16280 Whispering Spur
Riverside, CA 92504
951 / 780-3366
hermometer Times Published by The Depression & Bipolar Support Alliance of Riverside, California
DBSA - Riverside - May 2016 Page 1
Inside this issue:
Plan A Beach Trip Right Now 1
Ocean & Lakes Help Depression 3
Psychologist or Psychiatrist? 4
I Can Fire My Psychiatrist? 5
Dressing When You're Depressed 7
Depression and hygiene? 7
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(Continued on page 2 Go To The Beach)
7 Reasons Your Body Wants You To Plan A
Beach Trip Right Now
Ah, the beach. Is there anything better? There's just no place quite as relaxing,
beautiful or pleasant, and no place that combines the simple pleasures of unplugging and
enjoying nature in our otherwise tech-heavy and work-driven realities. The beach helps
us recharge -- and we need to be making A LOT more use of it.
We know most jobs already offer vacation time, but considering these specific
health benefits of the beach, maybe it's time they carved out days for their employees to
spend in the sun and sand.
Sunshine is a great source of vitamin D. Sure, that milk your dr inking is
fortified with vitamin D, but the truth is most people get 80 to 90 percent of their daily
dose from sun exposure. According to information provided by the Harvard Medical
School, the most natural and substantial source of the vitamin depends on how much
UVB light gets through to you. That light reacts with a cholesterol-related compound and
metabolizes into vitamin D, which is essential for bone health, creates healthy skin and
may even help improve mental health.
The sun's role in both health-promoting vitamin D and in the sun damage that
can lead to skin cancer makes things confusing. Since sunscreens block the vital UVB
rays needed for Vitamin D production within the body, most doctors advocate
"responsible sun exposure" to get what you need. About 10 to 15 minutes of unprotected
sun exposure does the trick for most people, after which protection in the form of a sun-
block with 30 SPF or higher (along with additional preemptive measures) is essential for
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Go To The Beach (Continued from page 1)
Continued on page 3 (Go To The Beach)
the skin's longterm health. That said, everyone's needs are
different and it's best to talk to your doctor about a sun plan
that best benefits you.
Sand is a natural exfoliant. Do you ever wonder
why it feels so good to walk on sand? It's because there are
somewhere between 3,000 and 7,000 nerve endings in each
foot that awaken when you walk across those tiny grains. Wet
sand acts as a natural exfoliant and peels off dead skin cells
from your feet (and really, anywhere else on your body), leav-
ing them renewed and much softer.
To take full advantage of sand's rejuvenating quali-
ties, take a walk near the water where the sand is "looser" and
can wash over your feet. If you're thinking exfoliation is a
luxury and not a health essential, think again. Your skin sheds
about 50,000 skin cells every minute and sometimes they stay
attached to your body, which can cause your pores to clog and
lead to blackhead and acne. Exfoliation keeps the skin clean,
healthy and rejuvenated.
So, what are you waiting for? Take a walk on the
beach, if only to get rid of all those dead skin cells. Actually,
you'll probably want to just start rolling around in wet sand at
this point.
It could help rheumatoid arthritis patients feel
better. The minerals in the ocean could help reduce symp-
toms for those with rheumatoid arthritis. According to a
study, patients who used bath salts made from Dead Sea min-
erals also experienced fewer symptoms, like morning stiffness
and trouble with hand gripping. You know what else can help
relieve symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis? Getting enough
vitamin D, that's right.
Also, sunlight has been shown to decrease depres-
sion. Common sense would tell us that people tend to be
happier in the warmer months and less so in the gloomier
months, but it's been scientifically proven that sunshine can
make us happier. A study conducted by the Baker Heart Re-
search Institute in Melbourne, Australia found that the amount
of sunlight participants received directly affected their mood.
The team also noticed that with increased sunlight exposure,
their levels of serotonin increased, having a positive effect on
factors such as stress, sleep and appetite.
Now, we're not claiming that a lack of beach outings in
your life will led to symptoms of depression. However, as with
the previous points, the beach has got a lot of what your body
needs, all in one beautiful place.
In the study's own words: "More sunlight meant better
moods; less sunlight led to symptoms of depression."
Seawater preserves elasticity of skin. The ocean is
full of anti-aging minerals that can counter the decline of your
skin's elasticity among other things... this is great, great news!
As we grow older, our skin, as well as other things,
tends to lose its tightness and suppleness. And while some peo-
ple will do almost anything to look young, what we're recom-
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Go To The Beach (Continued from page 3)
mending is far less invasive and expensive. Treating your body
to a little bit of saltwater every now and again will obviously
not have the same dramatic effect as cosmetic intervention, but
it can aid in the process of keeping everything a little bit tight-
er.
A day at the beach gets you moving without even
trying. We're chalking this one up to probability more
than scientific fact, simply because going to the beach usually
involves some sort of physical activity, right? Whether you're
swimming, jogging, surfing, playing soccer or beach volleyball
or simply walking through the sand to find a nice spot to lie
out, rare is the day when you go to the beach and do absolutely
no exercise. Walking on the beach is already a better workout
than walking on concrete, "walking on sand requires 1.6-2.5
times more mechanical work than does walking on a hard sur-
face at the same speed."
Plus, it's not like you're just sitting pretty when engag-
ing in some of these activities -- you're burning major calories
by just going for a swim, for example. A leisurely swim can
burn about 200 calories. Surfing? Just over 100. Frisbee?
About the same. And beach volleyball is nearly 300. So ditch
the gym -- the beach is your new fitness friend.
And with a much, much prettier view. And per -
haps most importantly, the beach decreases your stress level by
helping you unplug.
Unplugging is good for the mind, body and soul. Ac-
cording to a study from the University of Gothenburg in Swe-
den, staying constantly plugged in has been associated with
stress, loss of sleep and depression.. Let go of the tablets and
smartphones and allow yourself a technology-free escape to
this oasis every once in a while to help you re-center. Serious-
ly, don't even try to bring your devices to the beach -- as every-
one knows, sand gets everywhere.
A study conducted by the University of Exeter took it a step
further and found that simply living near the beach can also be
beneficial to your health and well-being. They took into ac-
count people's proximity to the beach and their self-reported
health to conclude that living seaside may actually result in
better health.
A short walk (on the beach, or anywhere else) is also
known to decrease stress and help you reset. So, if you'd really
like to feel at ease, unplug AND go for a leisurely walk on the
beach -- you've just treated yourself to the ultimate de-stressing
combination.
The beach is a magical place that can recharge you
and help you stay fit physically, mentally and spiritually. For
those reasons, we conclude that beach visits are seriously
healthy, not to mention pretty pleasant. Just remember to wear
your sunscreen.
Source: Hoffpost Healthy Living
Continued on page 4 (Ocean, Lakes and Waterfalls)
Ocean, lakes and waterfalls may
help treat SAD and depression
At a recent trip to the beach, I had a great discussion
with a fellow beachcomber about the positive effects of the
ocean on our sense of well-being. We each described how, in
almost an instant, our mood seemed to improve, our stresses
diminished and long, deep breaths are easier to come by, just
by walking along the beach.
Many people are transformed by the sight, smell,
touch and sound of moving water, whether it be from a roaring
waterfall, rolling waves, babbling brook or peaceful lake. Do
you think this transformation is due to stress reduction, or is
there something more to the benefits of water?
There is a theory on this phenomenon of being near
large bodies of water, and it has to do with (one of) the deepest
levels of science: molecules. Essentially, the negative ion
(molecules) released from the moving water are beneficial in
counteracting the electrical imbalances we all have, caused
from free radicals.
"Free radicals" were frequently discussed indirectly in
the news and on advertisements a few years ago, in the form of
"anti-aging" creams and in nutrition journals warning to avoid
"partially hydrogenated oils" (trans fat). The first time I heard
about free radicals was from Dr. Andrew Weil, and all I can tell
you is that they are bad. Seriously, Dr. Weil says, "[free radi-
cals] are extremely toxic to cells, as they oxidize and distort
their vital components."
So, if we believe that free radicals are dangerous, and
negative ions can counteract them, then this is grounds for a
new treatment, right?! There are claims that the negative
(hydrogen) ions created from the movement of water (from
ocean waves, rivers, streams, waterfalls, even water evapora-
tion) can counteract the 'toxic' effects of free radicals and neu-
tralize the air. The claims sounds great, as this molecular pro-
cess has been said to help increase energy, increase serotonin
DBSA - Riverside - May 2016 Page 4
Psychologist or Psychiatrist: Which
Is Right for You?
If you have mental health concerns, you should seek
help. But where do you go? How do you know what type of
doctor you should talk to? Do you look for a psychiatrist or psy-
chologist?
If you’re unsure what the difference is, you’re not
alone. “We get that all the time,” says Tristan Gorrindo, MD,
director of the American Psychiatric Association Division of
Education. “There’s a lot of confusion out there."
There are similarities, but there are important differ-
ences, too. Here’s what you need to know to decide which is
right for you.
How They’re Alike. Psychiatr ists and psychologists
are different types of doctors trained to help you deal with men- (Continued on page 5 (Psychologist or Psychiatrist)
Ocean, Lakes and Waterfalls (Continued from page 3)
levels (helping SAD and depression sufferers), improves cogni-
tive abilities and more.
I'm not sure if this will ever be a bona fide alternative
treatment, or will continue to be seen as "pop psychology", but it
seems as though there is some debate as to the validity of nega-
tive ions helping to treat depression and SAD. There are many
different methods to be exposed to negative ions; water is one,
as is sunlight and negative ion generators (these come with
warnings regarding side effects). The question for this treatment
is: how much/how often is necessary for exposure to negative
hydrogen ions to gain health benefits?
Have you tried any type of negative ion therapy?
Well, my negative ion "therapy" (visiting the beach) is all I need
right now, at least once per year. Large bodies of water creates a
wonderful setting for problem-solving, gaining perspective,
loosening up and chilling out, being "small" before mother na-
ture's creation, and above all, being curious and appreciative
about your surroundings and the moment.
Source: EmpowHER.com
tal health issues. Both are there to talk you through problems.
They aim to provide you with the means to manage the issues
in your everyday life.
How They’re Different
Education. Psychiatr ists are medical doctors (MDs)
who graduate from medical school, have a year of medical in-
ternship, and have 3 years of residency in the assessment and
treatment of mental health disorders.
Psychologists have a doctoral degree in an area of
psychology, the study of the mind and human behavior.
They’re not medical doctors. A psychologist can have a PhD in
philosophy or a PsyD in clinical or counseling psychology.
Typically, they do 1-2 years of internship. Unlike psychiatrists,
psychologists are also trained in giving psychological tests (like
IQ tests or personality tests).
Because of their medical training, psychiatrists can
prescribe medication -- probably the most commonly known
distinction between the two fields. But a few states allow psy-
chologists to prescribe a limited number of psychiatric medica-
tions if they’ve taken a course in psychopharmacology.
The Approach. Both psychiatr ists and psycholo-
gists are typically trained to practice psychotherapy -- talking
with their patients about their problems. But the differences in
background and training translates into different approaches to
solving your mental health problems.
Psychologists look closely at your behavior. “If you’re
depressed and can’t get out of bed, there’s a behavioral activa-
tion,” says C. Vaile Wright, PhD, a director at the American
Psychological Association. Psychologists will track sleep pat-
terns, eating patterns, and the negative thoughts that might be
causing or contributing to the problem.
“Psychiatrists have a stronger sense of biology and
neurochemistry,” says Ranna Parekh, MD, a director at the
American Psychiatric Association. “Theirs is going to be a di-
agnosis of exclusion. For instance, before we call someone de-
pressed, we’re going to make sure they don’t instead have some
vitamin deficiency or thyroid problem.” Once they’ve made a
mental health diagnosis, psychiatrists often prescribe you medi-
cine.
Whom Should You Call? Both psychologists and
psychiatrists are generally covered equally by health insurance
programs, and both often work on a sliding scale when it comes
to patients paying out of pocket.
One possible advantage of seeing a psychiatrist is that,
as a medical doctor, he or she has the knowledge and training
to evaluate underlying medical problems or drug effects that
could cause emotional or behavioral symptoms. Psychiatrists
can also work more readily with your primary care doctor or
other specialists. “As part of our residency, we’re trained in
different settings, like pediatrics, outpatient, and the emergency
DBSA Riverside - May 2016 Page 5
Continued on page 6 (I Can Fire My Psychiatrist?)
room,” says psychiatrist Gorrindo. “We speak the language of
any other part of the hospital.”
For serious kinds of mental health problems, such as
major depression, bipolar disorder, or schizophrenia, where
physical symptoms may be severe and it may be hard to take
basic care of yourself, psychiatrists generally have more formal
training and treatment options available.
In the treatment of less severe kinds of mental health
problems, who you see can often be more a matter of personal
preference. “A lot of people don’t like the idea of medication,”
Wright says. “They’re afraid they’re going to get addicted, or
that by changing their body chemistry, they are somehow bro-
ken.” They’re more likely to see a psychologist first.
Wright says your choice should be guided by the type
of problem you’re having. Someone who may be clinically de-
pressed could benefit from taking medication, while someone
dealing with a phobia might find therapy with a psychologist
the most effective choice. Usually, if a psychologist is treating
someone whom they feel has severe symptoms (such as suicidal
or highly irrational thoughts), they may suggest a consultation
with a psychiatrist to help clarify a diagnosis and possibly pre-
scribe medications.
Just Get Help. If you’re still struggling with the
decision between psychology and psychiatry, Wright recom-
mends talking it over with your primary care doctor. “One size
does not fit all,” she says. “Different things can work at differ-
ent points or work together. There is no wrong way as long as
you’re doing something and being open with your provider
about what’s working and what’s not.”
Gorrindo is in agreement. “If you’re worried about
being depressed or some other mental issue, it doesn’t matter
who you go to,” he says. “Just go to someone.”
“At the end of the day,” Wright says, “both psychology
and psychiatry are built around strong relationships based on
trust and confidentiality.”
Once you’ve made a choice about the type of help, you
may need to see a few different doctors before you decide on
the one who’s right for you.
Source: WebMD
Psychologist or Psychiatrist (Continued from page 4)
What? I Can Fire My Psychiatrist?
I love my psychiatric
health care professionals. They
are the reason I’m alive.
But… and there is
always a but… this doesn’t
mean I haven’t had encounters
with downright dangerous
mental health professionals in
the 20 years since my diagno-
sis.
What I see scares me.
I no longer say our mental health care system in the United
States is broken. I believe it hardly exists and it’s up to those of
us with the illness to turn this situation around. NOW.
Somehow, we’ve created a system where psychiatrists
are often treated like demigods whose word is law.
Too many people affected by bipolar disorder spend
way too much time begging for information in too short ap-
pointments with inadequate results.
And yet we rarely take matters into our own hands and
fix the problem. I hear of mistakes by psychiatrists almost
weekly and the majority of my parent and partner coaching cli-
ents are so stunned by the treatment they receive when trying to
get help for their loved ones they say nothing because they feel
powerless.
When my former partner Ivan (who has bipolar disor-
der one) came out of the hospital after a three month manic and
psychotic episode in 1994, I was alone, frantic and downright
unable to take care of him. I said to his psychiatrist, “Please,
please help me. He can’t work. He can’t sleep. I think he’s get-
ting more depressed and I don’t know what to do.” This person
looked at me and said, “My, my. You’re getting a bit too in-
volved don’t you think?” I sat there stunned and left feeling
hopeless and helpless. This ignited my own bipolar disorder
DBSA - Riverside – May 2016 Page 6
I Can Fire My Psychiatrist? (Continued from page 5)
symptoms and created a cascade effect of more and more de-
pression.
The Julie I was then bought into the idea that the
psychiatric system knew best and was out to make sure Ivan
got the treatment he needed. The Julie I am today would look
that psychiatrist directly in the eye and say, “That is not an
acceptable response,” get him in front of a disciplinary board,
into more training and begging for my forgiveness. If there
were not a reasonable response from his superiors, I would get
online and tell the truth. And the Julie I am today would FIRE
HIM. He almost got Ivan killed because I didn’t get the help I
needed when Ivan was extremely suicidal. This was a social
services situation as Ivan was let go from his job and his in-
surance was rejected because they didn’t cover bipolar disor-
der. (Some things have changed for the better. Thank you
health care reform!) I know the psychiatrist was overworked
and had too many clients, but that is never an excuse for poor
treatment. Many of Ivan’s health care professionals were won-
derful, but the majority treated me like I didn’t exist.
I no longer fear those in the psychiatric profession. I
look for those who are willing to be part of a team and seek
out those who would never dream of telling a very young,
scared, crying and lonely woman she had no right to ask for
help for her suicidal partner.
I always encourage people to praise those in the
health care profession who do a wonderful job. I also encour-
age people who are not in a good situation, to report the health
care professionals who are not doing their jobs. Report them
and if nothing changes, fire them.
We are often far more indignant and vocal
about bad service in a restaurant than we are when we
receive poor care from a psychiatrist.
Who is paying the psychiatrist? You are! You em-
ploy that person and they must meet your standards and if
they don’t, find a way to voice your displeasure. I do under-
stand than some people are stuck with who they have. In this
case, write down what you need and bring it with you to the
session and stay until you get what you deserve. This goes for
people with the illness and those who care about the person.
It’s ok if you’re crying and anxious when demanding adequate
health care; what matters is that you speak your mind and ask
for what you deserve as a paying customer. (People on disabil-
ity are paying customers. We all pay taxes in some way.)
I wish I could say it has changed for the better over the
past twenty years, but it really hasn’t. HIPPA has made the
situation worse for loved ones and the stories I hear today are
chillingly similar. “Julie, I took in a list of my wife’s symptoms
to her psychiatrist and he refused to look at it.” Or… “My
son’s prescriber refused to take his emergency call when he
needed help from medication withdrawal. We ended up in the
ER.” Or, “Julie, I only get 20 minutes with my meds nurse and
she is often late and I get pushed out of the room before I get
what I need.”
I believe we can ALL get the health care we need once
we learn what good mental health care looks like and how to
ask for what we deserve. This is true whether you have the
illness, care about someone with the illness or are a health care
professional doing your best to work within our current mental
health system. I spend a lot of time helping family members
and partners find the right help.
Happy with your health care team? Praise and
love them- support them and tell others about them! Up-
set, fraught with anxiety, worried and unhappy with your
psychiatric health care professionals? Voice your con-
cerns with conviction, report your experiences, demand
human decency and if this doesn’t work, FIRE THEM!
Whew. That is my soap box. I can see how this post could lead
to a lot of health care bashing and that’s NOT my intention.
There is far more good than bad in this world. Please share
your stories and advice on how we can all get the best psychiat-
ric health care possible.
Source: bpMagazine
About the author: Julie A. Fast is the bestselling author of Lov-
ing Someone with Bipolar, Take Charge of Bipolar Disorder
and Get it Done When You’re Depressed. She is an award win-
ning columnist for bp Magazine
DBSA - Riverside – May 2016 Page 7
es, or perfume. Yeah, it sounds weird, but sometimes desperate
measures are called for! Fake it til you make it — and, as we all
know from "The King and I," you may fool yourself while
you're at it.
Source: Jezebel
Dressing When You're Depressed
Maybe it's SAD. Maybe it's clinical. Maybe you're in a
breakup. Or maybe you just have the blues. Whatever the rea-
son, it's better to wear clothes (trust me).
I actually have clothes set aside for when the Black
Dog's stalking. I hope most of you don't, but let me tell you,
clothes are the last thing you want to think about when you're
down. And yet, being in something crummy or dirty or shleppy
can make you feel even worse. And while it can't work mira-
cles, having something to slip into can provide a little comfort.
Basically, there are two real options: wallowing and
rallying. Let's say you just want to wallow — whether that
means holing up in bed or vegging out on the couch with a
miniseries and a mug of tea (ideally prepared by someone else.)
For this line, obviously, you want the coziest, snuggliest, soft-
est clothes imaginable. This is the one time when "loungewear"
really makes sense to me, because it can be depressing to stay
in PJs — but you don't want real clothes. Think a cozy cardigan
and some soft and lovely yoga pants, and of course slippers.
Bra — and Snuggie — both optional.
But let's say you feel like rallying! Either you have to,
for whatever reason, or maybe you're just stir-crazy and bored
and want to distract yourself. This is when, first of all, you need
music. Not your strut-song, necessarily — it may be too early
for that — but something that gets you rarin' to go. I like Big-
Band, but this is a personal choice. Sometimes when you're
down, it's useful to call in an alter ego. It needn't be Sasha
Fierce literal, but turning into a bombshell or a badass for a
little while (even if you're just dancing around at home alone)
can give you a lift. Go crazy. Think garter belts, and false lash-
Depression and hygiene?
QUESTION
I've noticed my poor hygiene lately, I think it
has to do with me having depression. I don't even know when
the last time I brushed my teeth was, my room has always been
messy but now it's also dirty (I don't vacuum it until it's so filthy
I can't walk on it with bare feet cause dust and crumbs keep
sticking to them), I don't shower unless I feel so dirty it affects
me too much (I used to shower every day and twice a day in the
summer since it gets really hot where I live) and generally my
hygiene has been very poor. I've always been a messy person
but never filthy. I just don't feel like there's a point in doing it
even though I know that not being clean and being in a dirty
environment really bring me down. Any way to motivate my-
self to at least get some basic things done? I feel miserable
about it but at the same time I just want to lay in bed and pre-
tend I'm not there at all.
ANSWER
Planning is key. Tell yourself you're going to get up
and brush your teeth as soon as you get up, for example. Don't
allow yourself leasirely things until you've done the tasks
you've allocated for yourself. Adopt a "sooner I get it done,
sooner I can stop thinking about it" attitude. It helps me. Some-
times depression just takes the point out of everything and that's
where you need to give it one. You will get it done because it
will make you feel better. There does not need to be any other
point; you deserve to feel better so you will do this for yourself.
I struggle loads with motivation. Showering is defiantly not my
strong point. I only brush my teeth because I forced myself into
a habit and now it feels weird if I don't.
Source: Mental Health Forum
Phone Phriends
If you need someone to talk with:
Leroy
951 / 686-5047
6 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Ms. Carly Jenkins
951 / 522 - 3500
951 / 242 - 2400
10 am to 8 pm
Rancho Cucamonga DBSA
Meets Thursdays
Contact: Gena Fulmer
909 / 367 - 8944 OR
e-mail: [email protected]
For Family Support People: NAMI
Riverside County Mental Health Administration Building
4095 County Circle Dr. (off Hole Ave. near Magnolia)
7:00 pm, 1st Monday each month
800 / 330 - 4522 (se habla espanol)
951/285-9890
DBSA Temecula
Mike Clark @ 951 / 551-1186
DBSA Hemet
Trinity Lutheran Church
Mondays, 5 to 7 pm.
Lyla Wilson 951 / 658-0181
Rialto SPPT GR
Keith Vaughn
909 / 820-4944
DBSA Riverside (Uplifters)
Grove Community Church
Mon 7:00 pm. Room B8
951/571-9090
RECOVERY INNOVATIONS Invites you to
After Works!
After Works is a FREE art social event that takes place at Art Works
Gallery on Fridays from 5-7 PM. The goal of the program is to bring local profes-
sionals, artists, peers and families together in a relaxing environment to create and to
learn a new arts skill. Past programming included artist and exhibition receptions,
poetry readings, as well as workshops such as mixed media collage, zine-making, and
drumming. No experience required!
For more information, visit or call Art Works at
(951) 683-1279.
Art Works Gallery
3741 Sixth Street
Riverside, CA 92501
DBSA - Riverside - May 2016 Page 8
Family / Friends
Support Groups
Riverside County Dept. of Mental Health
Offers Support groups for families and
friends
Of people with severe
And persistent mental illness.
These Support Groups are offered
Throughout the County of Riverside
The County also offers the
NAMI Family-to-Family
Education Program
This program is a 12-week series of
Educational meetings for
Family members.
There is NO COST TO YOU.
For information on dates, times and location,
Please contact:
Riverside Co. Dept. of Mental Health
The Family Advocate Program
1-800-330-4522
NAMI Family Support Group
(Various Mental Illnesses)
951/369-2721
Stigma Reduction and Suicide
Prevention
AdEase/Riv.Cou.Mental Health:
Julia Sullivan 619 / 243 - 2290
www.adeaseonline.com
Bus Routes to Meeting Place: From The Galleria/Tyler Mall, travel 27 southbound, exit Whispering Spur.
For meeting-day route times, please call RTA at 800/266-6883* toll free.
If you qualify for Dial-a-Ride, a door-to-door service for the handicapped,
info is available at the same phone number. * as well as other parts of River-
side.
About DBSA-Riverside
DBSA of Riverside is a suppor t group for people who have depression
or bipolar (manic-depressive) disorder and who have sought or are seeking
treatment for their illness. DBSA is totally patient run, which means we
need volunteers like you to help with mail-outs, telephoning and planning.
A work time is held at the home of JoAnn Martin on the Saturday afternoon
following the last sharing meeting of each month to assemble the newsletter
for mailing. Directions are printed on the lower left corner of the front
page of this newsletter. You may reach JoAnn or Leroy at 951/ 780-3366. Our sharing meetings are held every Saturday of
each week from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon at Jo Ann Martin’s Home, 16280 Whispering Spur Riverside, CA 92504. We wel-
come professional care providers and adult family members and friends.
MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION Individual membership for the Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance of Riverside is $20.00 per year. This helps defray the cost
of the monthly newsletter and helps pay for the cost of our meetings. Subscription to the newsletter is $10.00 per year. If you are
unable to help financially, the newsletter may be sent upon request. Volunteers are always needed. If you would like to volunteer,
please indicate below.
Mail to DBSA of Riverside, 16280 Whispering Spur, Riverside, CA 92504
DATE _________________ Please Print New Renewal
NAME _____________________________________________PHONE _______________
ADDRESS ___________________CITY_________________STATE ____
ZIP ___________ E-MAIL ADDRESS ____________________________
Please check one of the following:
I have: Bipolar Disorder (Manic-Depression) Depression
I am a Family Member Professional
None of the above
Birth Date (Optional) : Month _________ Day ______ Year _____
Enclosed is my payment for DBSA Membership _____ $20.00 (includes newsletter).
Enclosed is my donation of $ ___________ to help others receive the newsletter.
I would like a subscription to the newsletter only. $10.00 (12 issues per year).
I would like to volunteer my time and talent to help.
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Make Check Payable to: DBSA –Riverside
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DBSA OF RIVERSIDE
16280 Whispering Spur
Riverside, CA 92504