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DEPRESSION & BIPOLAR PEER SUPPORT GROUP MEETING HELD ON 11/09/2018
Sixth meeting of Green Ribbon Group (Peer Support Group for Persons with Bipolar and Depression) was held on 11th Sep 2018 at Rajah Community Hall. Peer support group facilitator Mr. Hamza welcomed the gathering. Mr. Abdul Azim, (Managing Trustee, RCMT) released the 4th volume of peer support group. Mr. Sivadasan (Press Club President, Chavakkad) felicitated the gathering. Peer support group facilitator, Mrs. Sabeena conveyed the vote of thanks
Dr. N. Pfizer (Psychiatrist RRC) gave a brief overview of Bipolar and Depression. Mrs. Kavitha M.A (Clinical Psychologist RRC) delivered a class on psychological therapies in bipolar disorder. Psychiatric social workers Princy, Anju, Christy & Peer support group facilitator sabeena gave awareness to the patients and family regarding sleep hygiene, Diet , Exercise, Stress and Yoga respectively which was helpful to the patient’s and family. The highlight of the session was an activity which was intended to raise the patients and care givers self esteem. The participants were encouraged to write positive self statements on a leaf shaped paper and paste on the tree. This activity improved self confidence and happiness among the patient. There was sharing of hope, strength and sufferings by peer support group.
The concurrent session, Family care givers meeting was lead by social workers. Social worker Mrs. Princy presented the topic caregivers coping during depression and manic phases. At the end of the session there was a role play on the care giving by the nursing students
Finally the session was concluded by presenting DB warrior wards and exceptional care givers awards. Refreshments were provided for participants. Around 220 people attended the session.