The Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance, formerly known as The National Depressive and Manic-Depressive Association (National DMDA), is the nation's largest patient-directed, illness-specific organization. The Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance is governed by a 15-member Board of Directors; our bylaws require that at least 51% of board members be diagnosed with depression or manic depression. Incorporated in 1986 and based in Chicago, Illinois, we represent the voices of more than 20 million American adults living with depression and the additional 2.3 million adults living with manic depression, also known as bipolar disorder. Our mission is to education patients, families, professionals and the public concerning the nature of depressive and manic-depressive illnesses as treatable medical diseases; to foster self-help for patients and families; to eliminate discrimination and stigma; to improve access to care; and to advocate for research toward the elimination of these illnesses.

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