PEER CONNECTIONS

NATIONAL CONFERENCEDBSA 2011

HANDOUTS AVAILABLE ATwww.DBSAlliance.org/Handouts2011

A Peer-Centered Mental Health Conference for Consumers, Family Members, and Clinicians

Featuring keynote presentations, educational workshops, pre- and post-conference institutes, relaxation sessions, peer roundtables, support groups, comedy night, and much more!

Friday, May 20 -Sunday, May 22, 2011

CONFERENCE PROGRAMWestin Galleria Houston

Houston, Texas

AbOut dbsAThe Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) is the leading patient-directed national organization focusing

on depression and bipolar disorder. The organization fosters an environment of understanding about the impact and

management of these life-threatening illnesses by providing up-to-date, scientifically based tools and information. DBSA

supports research to promote more timely diagnosis, develop more effective and tolerable treatments, and discover

a cure. The organization works to ensure that people living with mood disorders are treated equitably. Assisted by a

Scientific Advisory Board (SAB) comprised of the leading researchers and clinicians in the field of mood disorders,

DBSA has more than 1,000 peer-run support groups across the country. Nearly five million people request and receive

information and assistance each year. DBSA’s mission is to improve the lives of people living with mood disorders.

2011 sCIENtIFIC AdVIsORY bOARd (sAb)2011 bOARd OF dIRECtORs

sAb EXECutIVE COMMItEE

George S. Alexopoulos, M.D.Lori L. Altshuler, M.D.William Beardslee, M.D.Boris Birmaher, M.D.Charles L. Bowden, M.D.Larry Culpepper, M.D., M.P.H.J. Raymond DePaulo, Jr., M.D. Dwight L. Evans, M.D.Jan Fawcell, M.D.Ellen Frank, Ph.D.Mark A. Frye, M.D.Alan J. Gelenberg, M.D.Robert N. Golden, M.D.

John F. Greden, M.D.Robert M.A. Hirschfeld, M.D.Kay Redfield Jamison, Ph.D.Ned H. Kalin, M.D.Wayne Katon, M.D.Paul E. Keck, Jr., M.D.Martin B. Keller, MD..Ronald C. Kessler, Ph.D.William B. Lawson, M.D., Ph.D., F.A.P.A. Susan McElroy, M.D.David J. Miklowitz, Ph.D.Ricardo F. Munoz, Ph.D.

Daniel S. Pine, M.D.Sandy Resnick, Ph.D.David Rubinow, M.D.Neal Ryan, M.D.Gary Sachs, M.D.Martha Sajatovic, M.D.Mark Salzer, Ph.D.Trisha Suppes, M.D., Ph.D.Audrey Tyrka, M.D., Ph.D.Helen Verdeli, Ph.D.Karen D. Wagner, M.D., Ph.D.John M. Zajecka, M.D.

Mark S. Bauer, M.D.Professor of Psychiatry Harvard University, Medical School Director, Psychiatry Residency Training Program Brockton, MA

Joseph R. Calabrese, M.D. Director, Mood Disorders ProgramProfessor of PsychiatryCo-Director, Bipolar Disorder Research CenterDirector, Division of Ambulatory CareCase Western Reserve UniversityCleveland, OH

David J. Kupfer, M.D.Thomas Detre Professor & ChairmanDepartment of PsychiatryUniversity of PittsburghWestern Psychiatric Institute & ClinicPittsburgh, PA

Lauren B. Marangell, M.D.Distinguished Lilly ScholarEli Lilly and CompanyLilly Corporate CenterIndianapolis, IN

Myrna Weissman, Ph.D. Professor of Epidemiology & PsychiatryChief, Division of Clinical & Genetic EpidemiologyColumbia UniversityCollege of Physicians & SurgeonsNew York, NY

CHAIRGregory Simon, M.D., M.P.H.Senior InvestigatorCenter for Health StudiesGroup Health CooperativeSeattle, WA

VICE CHAIR Michael E. Thase, M.D.Professor of PsychiatryUniversity of Pittsburgh, School of MedicinePittsburgh, PA

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EXECUTIVE COMMITEE

Christy B. BeckmannChairSt Louis, MO

Sharon Jenkins TuckerVice ChairDecatur, GA

Isaac S. BrownSecretaryBrooklyn, NY

Danielle ByronTreasurerLombard, IL

Gregory Simon, M.D., MPHChair, Scientific Advisory BoardSeattle, WA

EX-OFFICIO

Allen Doederlein Interim Executive Director, External AffairsDBSA

Cindy Specht Interim Executive Director, OperationsDBSA

DIRECTORS

Norman CutlerChicago, IL

Ellen Frank, Ph.D.Pittsburgh, PA

Karen A. Fuqua, P.H.R., C.S.P., C.P.C.Charlotte, NC

Lucinda Jewell, Ed.D.Cambridge, MA

Michael KuhlLouisville, KY

John S. Tamerin, M.D.Greenwich, CT

sCIENtIFIC AdVIsORY bOARd MEMbERs

WElCOME tO thE dbsA 2011 NAtIONAl CONFERENCE On behalf of the entire Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance family of

Board, staff, and chapters, we thank you for joining us in Houston for the

2011 National Conference—an inspiring and empowering weekend of peer

connections!

At the DBSA 2011 National Conference, renowned advocates, mental-

health experts, and community leaders will share vital knowledge and

the unique mutual support that people with the lived experience of

depression or bipolar disorder can provide their peers.

We’ve been there. We can help.

DBSA’s impressive alliance of over 300 chapters, nearly 1,000 support

groups, and 70,000 individuals across the country helps to ensure that

mental health resources are available when people need them, where they

need them, and how they need to receive them. Thank you for being part

of our nationwide grassroots network of peer connections—and for the

energy, engagement, and empathy you bring to the DBSA 2011 National

Conference.

We celebrate DBSA. We celebrate YOU.

tAblE OF CONtENts

About DBSA 1

2011 Board of Directors 1

2011 Scientific Advisory Board 1

Welcome 2

Keynote Presenters 3

Pre-Conference Institutes 4

Educational Breakout Sessions 4

Conference Orientation 5 & 9

Conference Meet & Greet 5 & 9

Klerman Awards 5

DBSA Presidents Lunch 5

Stand-Up Comedy Night 5

Rise & Renew 5

Ask The Doctor Q&A 5

Peer Roundtables 5 & 9

Relaxation Sessions 5

Hospitality Suite 5 & 9

Hotel Map 6

Exhibitor List & DBSA Resources 6

Conference Schedule 7-8

Handout Notes 8 & 10

Bulletin Board 8

Thank You Notes 8

DBSA Registration & Info Desk 9

Exhibit Hours 9

Meals 9

Chapter Exchange Tables 9

DBSA Bookstore 10

Lost and Found 10

Safety 10

Smoking 10

Medical Emergencies 10

Important Notes 10

Conference Sponsors (back cover)Allen DoederleinInterim Executive Director, External AffairsDBSA

Cynthia SpechtInterim Executive Director, OperationsDBSA

Christy B. BeckmanChairDBSA Board of Directors

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kEYNOtE PREsENtERs

klERMAN AWARd WINNERs

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Patty Duke, Academy Award winning actress, past President of the Screen Actors Guild, and best selling author, has been delighting and challenging audiences for more than 40 years with her work in movies, television and on Broadway. She has established herself as one of televisions most versatile and beloved actresses. Patty has received much recognition from her peers—an Oscar, two Golden Globes, three Emmy Awards and six Emmy Nominations and a People’s Choice Award. Community service awards have honored her commitment to many social issues. Since the publication of her autobiography, “Call Me Anna,” and her second book “A Brilliant Madness,” Patty spends a great deal of time and travel speaking on the topic of mental illness.

Susan Rose Blauner is a powerful voice in the fields of mental health recovery and personal change. A survivor of multiple suicide attempts, she has the unique distinction of transforming her experience with depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, and borderline personality disorder into the critically-acclaimed book, “How I Stayed Alive When My Brain Was Trying to Kill Me.” Susan delivers dynamic keynotes and workshops that discuss the intricacies of healing from mental illness and offers strategies for staying positive despite uncertain times. Susan is a recipient of the Survivor Achievement Award for Distinguished Creativity and Personal Effort in Suicide Prevention, presented by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. Her work continues to empower and save lives throughout the world.

Laura Burke suffered from depression for most of her life, until she found the theatre. Laura was diagnosed with schizophrenia disorder in 2005, which robbed her of the ability to feel any emotion except anxiety and fear, and her acting career was halted in its tracks. Finally, years later, after surrounding herself with a supportive network and following a creative path once again, her brain and her heart have begun to heal. In 2007, Laura joined the Peer Support Staff at Laing House, where she ran drama and writing groups. In 2009, she was a Peer Support Facilitator at the Schizophrenia Society of Nova Scotia. In 2010, Laura started her MA in Drama Therapy at Concordia University in Montreal and has performed her spoken word poetry widely. Most recently, Laura shared her poetry and her journey through mental illness in “Superman a Visual Poem,” a video produced in association with the Mental Health Foundation of Nova Scotia.

Clarence Jordan is the Director of Recovery and Resiliency Services of Tennessee at ValueOptions Behavioral Health Services, where he is involved in planning on matters of current trends as well as treatment practices for both mental illness and substance abuse. He previously was manager of recovery and resiliency for Magellan Health Services of Tennessee and served as a member of the Tennessee Mental Health Planning Council. Jordan currently serves on the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) National Board of Directors. Clarence Jordan has deep roots in the National Alliance on Mental Illness of Tennessee (NAMI Tennessee), previously serving as Operations Officer and Director of the Multicultural Outreach Initiative, which led to the largest increase in African American membership in the organization’s history in 2006. As director he developed and wrote “The Guide to Mental Illness, What Every Family Needs to Know.” His efforts led the state office to award him the coveted National Multicultural Outreach Award.

The 2010 Klerman Young Investigator Award recipient is Roy H. Perlis, M.D., M.Sc., Director of Pharmacogenomics Research in the Department of Psychiatry, Associate Director of the Psychiatric Genetics Program in Mood and Anxiety Disorders, and Director of the Bipolar Clinical Program at Massachusetts General Hospital. Over the last decade, Dr. Perlis has played important roles in several of the major research collaborations in the area of mood disorders. He leads ongoing research using data from both the STAR*D and STEP-BD projects to examine genetic predictors of treatment response. He founded and co-leads the International Antidepressant Response Consortium for Pharmacogenetics.

For his career-long contributions to mental health research, the 2010 Klerman Senior Investigator Award recipient is Mark S. Bauer, M.D., professor of psychiatry at Harvard Medical School, Attending Psychiatrist at VA Boston Healthcare System, and Associate Director, Center for Organization, Leadership, and Management Research. Dr. Bauer and his colleagues have published one of the first empirically supported self-care guides for people living with bipolar disorder. This innovative care model has been tested in a wide range of clinical settings and disseminated in the Veterans Affairs system. His most recent work addresses the adaptation and implementation of this care model in public and private sector settings throughout the United States.

SATURDAY, 11:15 AM – 12:15 PM

Personalized Medicine for Depression: Are We There Yet?Genetic research has long been described as “on the verge” of revolutionizing medicine, but genetic testing has yet to impact clinical practice. Klerman Award winner Roy Perlis, M.D., M.Sc., will present the connection between genetic predictors and treatment response.

Successful Self Disclosure to Family, Friends, and WorkKaren Fuqua, PHR, CSP, CCP, will examine options for successfully communicating with employers, coworkers, family, and friends regarding your diagnosis and wellness strategies in ways that protect your rights and privacy.

Youth, Empowerment, and RecoveryCinda Johnson, Ed.D., and Linea Johnson will share research, resources, and suggestions for youth to find a “voice” as part of the process of stability and recovery.

Emotional Eating: Causes, Prevention, Treatment, and ResourcesLinda Chase, LCSW, will delve into the many aspects of “emotional eating”—including causes, prevention, treatment, and resources—outlining an effective approach to developing a healthy relationship with food.

Peer Roundtable: Bipolar DisorderExplore strategies and tools to manage challenges like bipolar depression, impulsivity, rapid cycling, and medication changes.

SATURDAY, 1:45 PM – 2:45 PM

Supporting a Peer While Staying Well YourselfCharles Willis will share strategies for ensuring your own health while effectively providing support for another—with practical tips for identifying warning signs, setting boundaries, and developing a personal wellness plan.

Supporting Veteran-to-Veteran RecoveryAgainst the backdrop of recent military conflicts, keynote Clarence Jordan and Charles Sakai will take a look at today’s Veterans’ mental health landscape, showcasing what one DBSA chapter has done to help Veterans build a brighter future—together.

A Values-Based Approach to Managing Bipolar DisorderKlerman Award winner Mark Bauer, M.D., will provide an interactive overview of the “Life Goals Collaborative Care” portfolio, sharing how the program’s self-guided symptom-management and life-management components can help enrich your life.

Peer Roundtable: DepressionExplore strategies and tools to manage challenges like confronting the symptoms of depression, surviving everyday problems, surviving thoughts of death and suicide, and managing side effects and medication changes.

Relaxation Session: Sound of MusicTake a seat and sink into the soothing music of harpist Leah Jorgensen. Let it calm your mind and soothe your soul.

SATURDAY, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

That Voice in the Wilderness is Laughing: Reclaiming Joy from DepressionDrawing on his personal experience with depression, stand-up comic Brian Wetzel will take you on a unique journey of laughter, truth, and hope—sharing ways to keep living, learning, laughing, and surviving.

Calming AgitationIn this session, Avrim Fishkind, M.D., will explore why agitation is a common symptom for both bipolar disorder and depression, examine the positive and/or negative impact of medication on agitation, and provide practical strategies for calming agitation.

Sharing Your Story Through Social Media Social media expert Dale Higginbotham and video contest winner Chato Stewart will share how you can put the “you” in YouTube by using your personal story to educate and inspire others.

Treatment-Resistant Depression and Bipolar DisorderCarlos A. Zarate, M.D. will discuss new research directions at the NIMH to better understand the causes of mood disorders and to develop treatments that are better and work more quickly.

Peer Roundtable: Special Interest Groups Explore tools & strategies to manage the unique challenges faced by special interest groups such as peer providers, faith-based support groups, veterans, and the GLBT community.

SUNDAY, 10:15 AM – 11:15 AM

Mental Health Research: The Good, the Bad, and the Difference We MakePatricia Deldin, Ph.D., and Lisa Goodale, ACSW, LSW, will lead a discussion about the impact of research on mental health care innovations, the speed bumps along the way, and the role that all of us, as peers, play on the road ahead.

Doubling Your Success: Defeating Dual DiagnosisGuyton Colantuono will provide strategies for individuals living with a dual diagnosis of substance use disorder and a mood disorder to maximize their opportunities to find wellness.

Finding and Maintaining RelationshipsRick Baron, M.A., will present strategies for building and sustaining relationships—at work and in school, with family and friends—in ways that promote community inclusion.

Peer Roundtable: FamilyExplore strategies and tools that can help both consumers and family/friends strengthen their lives’ important relationships.

Relaxation Session: Art as TherapyKeynote Laura Burke will lead a “hands on” creative session that promotes the use of art as a component of wellness.

FRIDAY, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Living Well: Practical Strategies for Living Your Best LifePre-Conference InstituteGuyton ColantuonoSpecial registration required.

FRIDAY, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Winning at Work: Succeeding at Work in an Unstable Economic ClimatePre-Conference Institute Karen Fuqua, PHR, CSP, CCPSpecial registration required.

FRIDAY, 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM

Staying Alive from the Inside Out: Effectively Managing Suicidal IdeationPre-Conference InstituteSusan BlaunerSpecial registration required.

PRE-CONFERENCE INstItutEs

EduCAtIONAl bREAkOut sEssIONs

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MONDAY & TUESDAY, 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Training This 12-hour training certification course is designed to give members of the public key skills to help someone who is developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis.

Presenters: Lisa Goodale, ACSW, LSW, and Ingrid Deetz

POst-CONFERENCE INstItutE

CONFERENCE MEET & GREET

Friday evening, 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

FREE with conference registrationMeet other conference attendees, DBSA staff, and select conference presenters at this informal gathering. It’s a great way to network with peers. FREE Non-Alcoholic Refreshments will be served.

Ask thE dOCtOR Q&A10:00 AM - 10:45 AM

MODERATORGreg Simon, M.D., M.P.H. DBSA Scientific Advisory Board Chair

PANELISTSMark Bauer, M.D.Klerman Senior Investigator Awardee Roy Perlis, M.D., M.Sc. Klerman Young Investigator Awardee

Robert Hirschfeld, M.D.DBSA Scientific Advisory Board Member

Carlos Zarate, M.D. National Institute of Mental Health

Note: Please submit your questions on the index cards provided in your conference registration folder. They can be dropped off at the DBSA Registration and Information Desk anytime prior to 9:00 a.m., Saturday, May 21st.

PEER ROuNdtAblEsJoin your peers from around the country in small-group, peer-led discussions to share knowledge, be creative, and empower each other. Participate in one of several roundtables addressing topics related to• Depression• Bipolar Disorder• Family & Friends• Special Interests

(Peer Providers, Faith-Based Groups, Veterans, & GLBT Community)

RElAXAtION sEssIONsMusic and art await you in one of our special relaxation sessions.

hOsPItAlItY suItEHosted by DBSA Greater HoustonIf you need a break from all the conference activities, stop by the hospitality suite. Hosted by DBSA Greater Houston, this is a place for you to relax and find caring support throughout the weekend.

Ambassador Suite 1Floor 23Room #2330

sPECIAl EVENts & sEssIONs

CONFERENCE ORIENTATION

STAND-UP COMEDY NIGHT

RISE & RENEW

PRESIDENTS LUNCH BENEFIT

KLERMAN AWARDS

Friday evening, 6:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

FREE with conference registrationFor first-time attendees or anyone seeking tips on how to make the most of the experience!

Saturday evening, 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. $15

Come laugh your head off on Saturday night, May 21, with David Granirer, a stand-up comic and founder of the Stand Up For Mental Health project! David, 9 conference attendees (newly trained as stand-up comics) and comic alumni will put on a show that looks at the lighter side of taking meds, seeing counselors, getting diagnosed, and surviving the mental health system.

Saturday, 7:30 a.m. – 8:15 a.m. & Sunday, 7:45 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.

FREE with conference registrationCelebrate the start of a new day! Begin your day with a light walk or exercise with old and new conference friends. Details will be posted on the conference bulletin board.

Saturday, 9:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.

DBSA is proud to honor two leading mental health researchers (Roy Perlis, M.D., M.Sc., and Mark Bauer, M.D.) with the 2010 Klerman Awards at this year’s conference. Named after Gerald L. Klerman, M.D., a pivotal figure in psychiatry, these are the highest honors that DBSA extends to members of the scientific community. They recognize a young and senior researcher whose work contributes to understanding the causes, diagnoses, and treatment of depression and bipolar disorder.

Saturday, 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. $500

Join DBSA Co-Executive Directors Allen Doederlein and Cindy Specht, DBSA Board Chair Christy Beckmann, and our special guest Patty Duke to discuss ideas and offer feedback on DBSA’s important work. Proceeds benefit the DBSA Chapter Leadership Forum (CLF) Scholarship Fund. Ticket includes

• 1 complimentary full conference registration (Saturday morning through Sunday noon)

• 1 commemorative gift

Special GuestPatty Duke

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WEstIN hOtEl MAP

EXhIbItOR lIst

• BP Magazine / esperanza

• International Society for Bipolar Disorders

• The Menninger Clinic

• Mental Health America of Texas

• National Education Alliance for Borderline Personality Disorder

• Take on Depression: AstraZeneca

• University of Michigan Depression Center (UMDC)

dbsA REsOuRCEs

• DBSA Registration Desk

• DBSA Booth

• DBSA Greater Houston

• DBSA Chapter Exchange

• “Take One” Table

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CONFERENCE LUNCH ON SATURDAY

PRE-CONFERENCE INSTITUTES, CONFERENCE BREAKOUTS, &

SUPPORT GROUPS

CONFERENCE BREAKOUTS & SUPPORT

GROUPS

SUPPORT GROUP MEETINGSFRI & SAT EVENINGS

EXHIBITHALL

CONFERENCEORIENTATION

CONFERENCEMEET & GREET

DBSAREGISTRATION

KEYNOTES & CONFERENCE BREAKOUTS

CONFERENCE sChEdulEFRIDAY, MAY 20

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Living Well: Westchester Winning at Work: Sage

Living Well: Practical Strategies for Living Your Best LifePre-Conference InstituteGuyton ColantuonoSpecial registration required.

Winning at Work: Succeeding at Work in an Unstable Economic ClimatePre-Conference Institute Karen A. Fuqua, P.H.R., C.S.P., C.P.C.Special registration required.

CONFERENCE CHECK-IN/ REGISTRATION8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

ExHIBITS OPEN1:00 PM - 6:00 PM

1:30 PM - 4:30 PM Westchester

Staying Alive from the Inside Out: Effectively Managing Suicidal IdeationPre-Conference InstituteSusan BlaunerSpecial registration required.

6:00 PM – 7:00 PM San Felipe & Sage Westchester Post OakTanglewood BellaireGalleria I

DBSA Support Groups Bipolar Disorder (2 groups)

Depression Peer Clinicians Dual DiagnosisFriends & FamilyStart a DBSA Support Group

6:30 PM - 7:00 PM West Alabama

Conference Orientation

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Chevy Chase

Meet & Greet for conference and CLF attendees

SATURDAY, MAY 21

7:30 PM - 8:15 AM Galleria Foyer

Rise & Renew: Morning WalkMeet by the DBSA Booth CONFERENCE

CHECK-IN/ REGISTRATION7:30 AM - 6:00 PM

ExHIBITS OPEN8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

8:30 AM - 9:30 AM Galleria I,II, III

OPENING KEYNOTE ADDRESS: Patty Duke

9:30 AM - 10:45 AM Galleria I,II, III

General Session: Klerman Awards & Ask the Doctor

10:45 AM - 11:15 AM Travel & Beverage Break

11:15 AM - 12:15 PM Galleria II & III Galleria IGalleria IV SageWestchester

Educational Session or Peer Roundtable “Personalized Medicine for Depression” with Dr. Perlis“Successful Self Disclosure” with K. Fuqua“Emotional Eating” with L. Chase“Youth, Empowerment, & Recovery” with C. & L. JohnsonPeer Roundtable: Bipolar Disorder

12:30 PM - 1:30 PMPlaza Ballroom

Regal Suite24th Floor

Conference LunchFREE with Saturday only or FULL conference registration.

Presidents Lunch Benefit with Special Guest, Patty DukePurchase ticket with registration.

1:45 PM - 2:45 PMGalleria II & III Galleria IGalleria IV SageWestchester

Educational Session, Relaxation Session, or Peer Roundtable (Attend 1 of 5 breakouts)“Values-Based Managment of Bipolar Disorder” with Dr. Bauer“Supporting a Peer: Staying Well” with C. Willis “Veteran-to-Veteran Recovery” with C. Jordan & C. SakaiRelaxation Session: “The Sound of Music” with Leah Jorgensen Peer Roundtable: Depression

2:45 PM - 3:00 PM Travel & Exhibits Break

3:00 PM - 4:00 PMGalleria II & III Galleria IGalleria IV SageWestchester

Educational Session, Relaxation Session, or Peer Roundtable (Attend 1 of 5 breakouts)“Treatment Resistant Depression & Bipolar Disorder” with Dr. Zarate“Calming Agitation” with Dr. Fishkind“Reclaiming Joy from Depression” with Brian Wetzel“Your Story & Social Media” with D. Higginbotham & C. StewartPeer Roundtable: Special Interest Groups

4:00 PM - 4:30 PM Travel & Beverage Break

4:30 PM - 5:30 PMGalleria I,II, III

KEYNOTE ADDRESS: Susan Blauner

6:00 PM - 7:00 PMSan Felipe & Sage Westchester Post OakTanglewood BellaireGalleria IIGalleria I

DBSA Support Groups Bipolar Disorder (2 groups)

Depression Peer Clinicians Dual DiagnosisFriends & FamilyGLBTStart a DBSA Support Group

7:30 PM - 9:00 PMPlaza Ballroom

Stand-Up Comedy Show: Hosted by: David GranirerPurchase ticket with registration.

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SUNDAY, MAY 22

7:45 AM - 8:30 AMGalleria Foyer

Rise & Renew: Morning WalkMeet by the DBSA Booth CONFERENCE

CHECK-IN/ REGISTRATION8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

ExHIBITS OPEN8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

9:00 AM - 10:00 AMGalleria II, III

KEYNOTE ADDRESS: Laura Burke

10:00 AM - 10:15 AM Travel & Exhibits Break

10:15 AM - 11:15 AMGalleria II & III Galleria IGalleria IV SageWestchester

Educational Session, Relaxation Session, or Peer Roundtable (Attend 1 of 5 breakouts)“The Good, the Bad, and the Difference We Make” with Dr. Deldin & L. Goodale“Finding & Maintaining Relationships” with R. Baron “Defeating Dual Diagnosis” with G. Colantuono Relaxation Session: “Art as Therapy” with L. BurkePeer Roundtable: Family

11:15 AM - 11:30 PM Travel & Beverage Break

11:30 AM - 12:30 PMGalleria II, III

CLOSING KEYNOTE ADDRESS: Clarence Jordan

MONDAY, MAY 23 – TUESDAY, MAY 24

8:30 AM – 4:00 PMRoyal Suite 24th floor

MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID TRAININGSpecial registration required.

OuR thANks

DBSA extends its heartfelt gratitude to the many individuals without whom this conference would not

be possible: our 2011 conference sponsors for their generous support (please see the back cover of this

program for a listing); our conference presenters for their gracious gifts of time, talent, and expertise; our

2011 Chapter Conference Advisory Committee for their input and legwork; our conference volunteers for

their invaluable work; and, last but not least, our conference attendees for all of the peer support you

provide—this weekend and always. Many, many thanks to all!

shARE YOuR stORY AbOut MENtAl hEAlth REsEARCh

DBSA has been working in partnership with the University of Michigan Depression Center (UMDC) to raise

the collective consumer voice in mental health research. We’re building a campaign of tools for consumers

to explore mental health research, and for researchers to learn more about how to make the participation

experience the best it can be for us. Our central goal is a brand-new mental health research focused website

—but we need your voice! On Saturday of the conference (May 21st), DBSA and UMDC staff will be taping

video interviews to feature on this new website. If you have a story about participating in mental health re-

search, we would love to hear it. Video interviews will last approximately 15 minutes, so you can still attend

conference activities. If you’d like to share a research participation story, please stop by the UMDC exhibit

booth to schedule a taping time.

sEssION hANdOuts

We have provided attendees with handouts, if provided by our presenters. Some presenters will be distrib-

uting handouts during their sessions as well, and several presenters have posted additional handouts on our

conference website. You may download any, or all, of those at

www.DBSAlliance.org/Handouts2011.

bullEtIN bOARd

Be sure to check the conference bulletin board by the DBSA Registration Desk to get the latest on any last

minute changes and to learn more information about special events, morning activities, and support group

locations. You may also post a note for another conference attendee on the bulletin board.

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GENERAl INFORMAtIONConference OrientationFriday evening, 6:30 pm - 7:00 pm, West AlabamaJoin us for a 30 minute session on how you can get the most from your conference experience.

Meet & Greet with Conference AttendeesFriday evening, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm, Chevy ChaseMeet other conference attendees, DBSA staff, and select conference presenters at this informal gathering. It’s a great way to network with peers. FREE Non-Alcoholic Refreshments will be served.

DBSA Registration & Information DeskThe DBSA Registration and Information Desk is located in the Galleria Foyer. The registration table will serve as the center of activity during the conference. Stop here to check the announcement and message boards, to pick up registration materials, purchase presenter books, or to ask questions. The desk will be staffed during the following hours: Day Time Friday, May 20 8:00 am – 6:00 pm Saturday, May 21 7:30 am – 6:00 pm Sunday, May 22 8:00 am – 9:00 am Power of Peers RoundtablesIn these peer-led, small group discussions, network with peers from around the country, share knowledge and be creative. Brainstorm on a wide variety of wellness-focused topics, from strategies for living better with depression or bipolar disorder, to issues like disclosure, rapid cycling, impulsivity, substance use, pain, culturally-based challenges and much, much more! DBSA Peer Round Tables will be held:

Day Time Roundtable Topic Meeting Room Saturday, May 21 11:15 am – 12:15pm Strategies for Bipolar Disorder Westchester Saturday, May 21 1:45 pm – 2:45 pm Strategies for Depression Westchester Saturday, May 21 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm Strategies for Special Interests Westchester Sunday, May 22 10:15 am – 11:15 am Strategies for Family & Friends Westchester

Exhibit HoursInteract with peers as you explore new resources and tools to aid in your recovery in our Exhibit Hall in the Galleria Foyer space. Connect with mental health organizations and learn about programs centered on your health and well-being (see page 6 for a list of exhibitors).

Day Time Friday, May 20 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm Saturday, May 21 8:00 am – 6:00 pm Sunday, May 22 8:00 am – 1:00 pm

MealsLunch on Saturday is included with a FULL conference registration or Saturday ONLY registration. The Westin’s Daily Grill serves classic recipes from the great grills of American history. Some of their most popular selections include the Cobb Salad from the original Brown Derby of Hollywood, and Joe’s special from the original Joe’s of San Francisco as well as steaks, seafood, salads and fresh homemade cobbler daily. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. In addition, there are over 35 restaurant options just steps from the Westin Galleria!

Hospitality Suite Co-hosted by DBSA Greater HoustonIf you need a break from all the conference activities and are looking for a place to relax, stop by the Hospitality Suite, located in the Ambassador 1 Suite, 23rd Floor, Room #2330.

Chapter Exchange TablesLiterature, newsletters, and other materials created by DBSA support groups and chapters throughout the country are available at these tables. Stop by to collect and share information and learn how others work to strengthen their DBSA groups. The Chapter Exchange Tables are located in the Galleria Ballroom Foyer.

No or Low-Cost Evening ActivitiesIn addition to Friday evening’s Conference Meet & Greet, there are many no-or-low-cost activity options for attendees to take advantage of at the Westin Galleria.

DBSA BookstoreSeveral of our presenters’ books, CDs, or DVDs—as well as DBSA items—will be available for purchase during the conference. Purchases may be made at the DBSA Registration and Information Desk. Books and merchandise cannot be purchased during the primary conference check-in hours of 8:00 am - 10:00 pm on Friday, May 20 and 7:30 am - 9:00 am on Saturday, May 21.

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Lost and FoundItems turned into the DBSA Registration and Information Desk as lost and found will be kept there until the end of each day and then will be given to hotel security. DBSA assumes no responsibility for lost and found items. Please put your name on/in your registration envelope to help identify your things should they be misplaced. Do not leave your personal items unattended at any time.

Session HandoutsWe have provided attendees with key handouts, if provided by our presenters. Some presenters will be distributing handouts during their sessions as well. Many presenters have additional handouts posted on our conference website; those can be downloaded from www.DBSAlliance.org/Handouts2011.

SafetySafety is everyone’s concern. Please keep an eye on personal items, and do not leave items unattended in meeting rooms or hotel common areas. DBSA assumes no responsibility for stolen or lost items. If you are staying in Westin Galleria or a neighboring hotel, you may wish to speak with the hotel’s front desk about renting a safety deposit box to store your valuables. Consult a hotel staff member when planning to walk through any unfamiliar areas outside the hotel. Remember to remove your name badge whenever you leave the hotel.

SmokingDBSA’s National Conference is a non-smoking event and the Westin Galleria is a smoke-free environment. Smoking is not allowed in any indoor areas, including guest rooms. Smoking is only allowed outside where smoking trash receptacles are located. They are generally found 15 feet or more outside of hotel entrances

Medical EmergenciesIf you are experiencing a medical emergency, we recommend that, instead of dialing 911 from your cell phone, pick up a hotel courtesy phone and dial the operator to be connected to the Westin Galleria team who will assist you. For non-medical emergencies, please visit the DBSA Registration and Information Desk; our staff there will direct you to the services and resources you might need. CLOSEST EMERGENCY ROOMS (ER) Bellaire Emergency Center6030 South Rice Ave. Suite CHouston TX 77081(Just south of Gulfton St.)south of Westin Galleriahttp://www.bec24.com/

CLOSEST PSYCHIATRIC CARE FACILITYSpectrum Care PA6100 Richmond Ave. Suite 120Houston TX 77057(800) 242-7500(between Greenridge and Fountain View)

CLOSEST 24-HOUR PHARMACYWalgreen’s CVS5200 Westheimer, Houston, TX 5402 Westheimer Rd(713) 623-0643 (713) 877-1479Intersection of Sage & Westheimer Intersection of Yorktown & WestheimerPharmacy Hours: open 24 hours Pharmacy Hours: M-F 8:00A-10:00P Clinic Hours: M-F 8:00A-7:30P Sat 9:00A-6:00P Sun 10:00A-6:00pSat-Sun 9:30A-5:00P Clinic Hours: M-F 8:30A-7:30P Sat 9:00A-5:30P Sun 10:00A-5:30P We’re here. We want to help. DBSA staff (wearing orange ribbons) is here to help make your conference experience a pleasant one. Please let us know if you need anything during your visit or have questions about the area.

IMPORTANT NOTES • Select sessions will be photographed. If you are concerned about being photographed, please let the

photographer know.• Personal cameras or audio/video recorders are not permitted in any of the sessions.• Please silence your cell phones during conference sessions.• Please do not leave personal items unattended in the meeting rooms.• Room temperature may vary. We recommend bringing a sweater or light jacket with you.

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dbsA GRAtEFullY ACkNOWlEdGEs thE sPONsORs OF thE dbsA 2011 NAtIONAl CONFERENCE:

LEADERSHIP SPONSOR• AstraZeneca

SPONSORS• Eli Lilly and Company

• Forest Laboratories, Inc.

• Merck & Co., Inc.

SCHOLARSHIP SPONSORS• Donors to the Chapter Leadership Forum Scholarship Fund

• U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Substance

Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)

Center for Mental Health Services (CMHS)

ADDITIONAL SUPPORT• Alexza Pharmaceuticals

• The Henry Foundation

PEER CONNECTIONS

NATIONAL CONFERENCEHOUSTON, TX

DBSA 2011MAY 20-22, 2011

730 N. Franklin Street, Suite 501Chicago, Illinois 60654-7225Toll-free: (800) 826-3632 Fax: (312) 642-7243