DBSA 2010 NATIONAL CONFERENCE
UPDATE: Thank you to our over 465 attendees and presenters. We are so pleased you were able to join us!
Thank you to all who came to Itasca, Illinois, for the DBSA 2010 National Conference, "Celebrating 25 Years of Peer Support". The weekend’s highlights included the presentation of Klerman Awards to two distinguished researchers, a hilarious stand-up comedy night, 25 educational sessions and inspiring keynotes by seven renowned experts, authors, and consumer advocates.
97% survey respondents were very satisfied (76%) or satisfied (21%) with their conference experience.
HANDOUTS: Download 2010 speaker handouts here.
2010 ATTENDEE COMMENTS: (View more)
“Congratulations on 25 years! Anyone with a mood disorder needs to attend this conference. Personally, I now feel less alone, less stigmatized, and less misunderstood. The information I’ve gained is immense and will be passed on to my therapists and loved ones.”
"Everything I learned was pertinent and stimulated ideas to implement at my local chapter."
"The information, the people, the hope! Well done!"
We missed those of you who couldn't make it, but we hope to see everyone next year!
Conference Highlights
INSPIRING CONFERENCE KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
Jessie Close, Graeme Cowan, Marya Hornbacher, Paula Kamen, Ron Manderscheid, PhD, Calen Pick, and Kay Redfield Jamison, PhD. Learn more about our keynotes and their presentations.
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Advocate
Consumer |
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Cowan
Author
Consultant
Consumer |
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Hornbacher
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Advocate
Consumer |
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Kamen
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Playwright
Humorist |
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Manderscheid
Reformer
Exec. Director
Researcher |
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Artist
Advocate
Consumer |
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Redfield Jamison
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Researcher
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OVER 20 EDUCATIONAL SESSIONS
Connect with education, information and peer support. (agenda)
- Educational Breakouts
- Peer Roundtables
- Relaxation Sessions
- Support Groups
- Exhibit Hall
SPECIAL EVENTS
Have fun and mingle with new friends at these events and benefits.
- Meet & Greet
- Klerman Awards
- Friends Reception
- Stand-Up Comedy Night
- President’s Lunch
UPLIFTING ACTIVITIES
Relax and refresh when you take part in these conference activities* or take advantage of the many recreational features of the resort. Read more.
- Nature Walk*
- Water Aerobics*
- Bowling
- Pool/Spa
- Golf
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