Provides information and educates patients, families, and the public concerning the nature and management of depressive and manic-depressive illness as treatable medical diseases. Fosters self-help for patients and families. Advocate for research toward the elimination of these illnesses, along with the goal of elimination of discrimination and stigma associated with the diseases. Local chapters and support groups on website. BIPOLAR DISORDER SCREENING TOOL Call to Action: Improving Patient and Physician Communication in the Treatment of Depression Partners in Recovery: Creating Successful Practitioner-Consumer Alliances National DMDA's is proud to present Restoring Intimacy: The Patient's Guide to Maintaining Relationships During Depression ORDER IT NOW!! Click here to read an excerpt from the book! The National Depressive and Manic-Depressive Association is a participant in the Combined Federal Campaign. If you are a federal employee, write number 1181 on your CFC pledge card to contribute to your national organization. The National DMDA does not endorse or recommend the use of any specific treatment or medication listed in this publication. For advice about specific treatment or medication, patients should consult their physicians / mental health professional. � 1997- 2001 National Depressive and Manic-Depressive Association. All rights reserved. All trademarks are owned by the respective company or National Depressive and Manic