Sunday 13 July 2014

By Marylou Forbes





There are several steps to setting up any type of ongoing meeting whether academia, business or health. When it comes to setting up a Psychiatric Health Support Group, individuals need to be sure that safety and security measures are also implemented. This is because when sharing with one another in discussions, those suffering from different mental health issues can sometimes get violent.



When selecting a location, meeting on a monthly, bi-monthly or weekly basis can also make a difference. Those wishing to meet once a month may want to try and obtain a venue which can offer more privacy and longer meetings. Others may want to meet in restaurants or coffee shops depending on the intensity of issues being discussed. Participants prone to verbal or violent behavior will most likely want to attend sessions at a local clinic or hospital to avoid potential outbreaks in a public venue.



Location is also an important element when coordinating with others. The locale needs to be convenient and within an easy drive or accessible by public transportation. Some organizers may go so far as to request a specific length of commitment from members to assure individuals are sincere.



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.



Safety and security, whether meeting at a residence, business, clinic or hospital are of utmost importance. While some support groups may not need additional security beyond members, those with individuals prone to violence often need professional security present at meetings. This is to help both the organizers and participants keep a safe and sane environment during each meeting.



While the essence of a group may be to gain and provide support to other like minded individuals, organizers may also want to consider social outings. This is because it can often be good for individuals, especially those with anxiety or depression to interact with others. By sharing a trip to an amusement park, movie, theater or zoo, participants can get to know more about one another and the world at large.



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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