June 26 is the International Day Against Drug Abuse. Learn about recovery support groups, peer support research, and resources for people with substance use disorder and their families.
June 21 is the National Day of Healing. Learn what healing from trauma looks like, and how to find a trauma-informed support group near you or online.
Juneteenth is June 19. This article explores the connection between structural racism and Black mental health, and highlights support groups and resources for Black adults.
June 18 is Autistic Pride Day. Explore what neurodiversity-affirming support looks like for Autistic people and find support groups in our directory.
June 15 is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. Learn what elder abuse is, how it affects mental health, and how to find support for older adults and their families.
June is Immigrant Heritage Month. Learn how immigration affects mental health, and find support groups for immigrants, refugees, and their families.
June 5 is National HIV/AIDS Long-Term Survivors Day. Explore the community history of long-term survivorship and find peer support groups for people living with HIV.
Peer support groups vs clinician-led therapy groups: compare facilitation, cost, training, and which fits your situation. Plus when to use both.
AA vs SMART Recovery: compare 12-step and cognitive-behavioral recovery programs. Format, cost, philosophy, who each works best for. Plus how to try both.
We all need people who just get it, especially when life feels overwhelming. That’s where peer support groups come in. These groups offer something truly special: community, connection, and the kind of understanding you can only get from someone who’s been there too. While they’re not therapy, peer support groups can be just as life-changing. […]