Developing A Psychiatric Health Support Group

By Marylou Forbes


Several steps are involved when it comes to developing and organizing a support network. Determining meeting days, times and topics, finding a space and organizing outings are only a few when it comes to establishing a Psychiatric Health Support Group. Setting up security measures and assuring all participants are safe during, before and after meetings are also essential as related to mental health.

The first thing is to find a location that is suitable for individuals planning to attend. If individuals are calm, cool, collected, then a coffee shop or restaurant may be a good place. For others which may have individuals prone to loud verbal or violent outbreaks, organizers may want to rent a space that is more private and available for longer periods of time.

Topics can also play into the best location for a meeting. This is because some discussions are acceptable in public venues and others are not. While discussions related to behavioral issues might be appropriate, those dealing with domestic, sexual or verbal abuse are most likely served best in a private setting.

Whether a mental health or social networking support group, a moderator is often a good idea. While often required when working with mentally unstable individuals, those attending outside support groups may want to be careful to consider others when speaking of personal experience. This is because sometimes what someone else experiences can have either a positive or negative effect on the psychological health of others which can in some instances cause an outbreak.

When setting up a date for each meeting, it is often best to make it a certain day of the month rather than date. For example, the group meets on the 3rd Saturday each month. By doing so, individuals can mark their calendars months, even years in advance without having to have a specific month, date and year and always know when a meeting is scheduled.

While there are some individuals that can be rehabilitated away from violence, there are also others who can not. For those who can, support is often at the forefront of success. Individuals who can not break away from violent behavior can often still find solace during therapy sessions set within a prison or hospital setting.

It may also be necessary to hire security if renting a private room or meeting in a residence to assure the safety of all participants. In the best of situations, participants can provide this extra level of security. Regardless, it is essential that there are those who can aid in doing so during these type meetings.

One of the most beneficial activities anyone can participate in are social outings. While this can be difficult for some individuals, it is generally helpful to most. By sharing an outing to a park, theater, movie or play, individuals can escape mental issues and have fun together even if only for a few hours. This can also help individuals find it easier to communicate and associate with others one meets in life.

Every individual reacts differently to social work or therapy. Support while often not official treatment can add a great deal of joy and happiness. Learning social behavior during sessions and outings can also help in overcoming issues with daily routines, social environments and other mental health issues.




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