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BApK (Bundesverband der Angehörigen psychisch erkrankter Menschen e.V.) is a German association that supports relatives of people with mental illness. It runs the SeeleFon and Peer4U counselling services, its state associations organise local self-help groups, and it represents relatives' interests in politics and society. It also runs anti-stigma projects.

It serves relatives, which the association defines broadly as anyone in a close relationship with a person with mental illness, including close friends and trusted neighbours. It sells printed and downloadable publications, such as brochures for families and a book, and offers some materials free of charge. It accepts donations and membership. A new counselling service, "Seelische Gesundheit im Unternehmen", is planned from 2027 for relatives, employers and works councils.

The association has worked for over 40 years in self-help. It is organised as a registered e.V. and publishes its team with roles in administration, SeeleFon coordination, communication and project management.

Product: Counselling services (SeeleFon, Peer4U), local self-help groups, and publications for families and relatives of people with mental illness.