November 2009

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Save the Date

• November 21, 2009: National Survivors of Suicide Day
• November 27, 2009: Deadline to submit your story for new book, Back from the Brink
• December 1, 2009: Deadline to submit videos for 2009 “Facing Us” Video Contest
• April 29-May 2, 2010: DBSA 2010 National Conference: Celebrating 25 Years of Peer Support

Send Us Your Story
Submit your personal recovery story as a video, and share your experience through the 2009 “Facing Us” Video Contest. Contest ends December 1. READ MORE

December Peer Specialist Training
Apply for the December DBSA Peer Specialist Training, and help others find recovery. Space is still available.  READ MORE

Help Plan the 2010 Chapter Leadership Forum
Attention all DBSA chapters: Do you have a topic suggestion for the next Chapter Leadership Forum? The 2010 conference is coming soon, and we need your help. READ MORE

Attitudes Toward Mental Illness
Help DBSA understand the issues about mental illness that people face every day. Your thoughts and opinions are crucial.  READ MORE

What Treatment Strategies Work for You?
Take a few minutes to share with others the kinds of strategies and tools that have been the most helpful in your recovery.  READ MORE

Wellness & Inspiration: Lists, Codes, and Laughter
“We live with serous illnesses, but that does not mean we have to always deal with it seriously. Learn to laugh….! "Read more of the inspiration shared in the Facing Us Clubhouse. READ MORE