Markus Zwicky, Präsident, EQUILIBRIUM – Verein zur Bewältigung von Depressionen
This year we are supporting EQUILIBRIUM with a free support contract.
Mr. Markus Zwicky, the president of the association EQUILIBRIUM kindly gave us an interview:
Mr. Zwicky, who is EQUILIBRIUM?
EQUILIBIRIUM is a non profit association of people who themselves or people from their environment are affected by depression. The association exclusively pursues charitable goals and is open to everyone. We run self-help groups, organize events and support them with information.
If you want to help someone build a house, you can either send a construction company to built the house or give the person a hammer and a saw. We prefer the second choice. We help by organizing self-help groups and letting them discuss prepared topics independently.
In this way, the people can exchange experiences and look for a form of coping together. New social contacts can be made and friendships can develop.
What feedback do those affected give you about the self-help groups?
The self-help groups give the patient support. The group understands them and above all a sense of togetherness is created. It shows the people they are not alone.
If you would like to support the non-profit association or even become a member, you will find further information at: www.depressionen.ch.
