Psychosis

Psychosis may be caused or triggered by certain mental illnesses and/or drug use in vulnerable people. Find out more about causes and treatments

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Schizophrenia

Schizophrenia is a mental illness that affects how you think, feel, behave and understand reality. Learn about symptoms, treatments and getting support.

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GHB

GHB is a party drug. It has been linked to date rape and sexual assault. Find out more about the physical effects and consequences of using GHB.

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LSD (acid)

LSD is a hallucinogenic drug that can change your perception of reality. Find out how LSD effects your body and learn more about tolerance.

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Speed

Speed is a drug that can become addictive and lead to health, social and financial problems. Find out about its effects and associated risks.

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Dopamine

Dopamine is a chemical messenger in the brain with many roles. Imbalances are related to mental illness, addiction and Parkinson’s disease.

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The process of dying

The process of dying differs between people. Find out what can happen in the weeks, days and hours before death, and after someone has died.

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Lewy body dementias

Lewy body dementias are caused by abnormal protein clumps in the brain that affect memory, thinking, movement and behaviour. Read about the symptoms.

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Sniffing (inhalants)

Inhalants are chemical substances that release fumes or vapours. Some people inhale these fumes to feel high. There is no safe level of inhalant use.

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Sleep paralysis

Sleep paralysis is temporary loss of muscle control just after falling asleep or before waking up. Find out about its causes, symptoms and treatments.

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Dementia – an overview

Dementia can affect your memory, thinking and behaviour. It has many possible causes. There is no cure but there are ways to live well with dementia.

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Alzheimer's disease

Alzheimer's disease is a type of dementia that affects your memory and behaviour. Learn more about its symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.

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Mental health crisis support

A mental health crisis is when stress, emotions, or trauma may lead to harmful thoughts or actions. Learn how to find support and resources.

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Ice (crystal meth)

Ice, also known as crystal meth, is a very addictive illegal drug. Find out more about ice, including what it is and the dangers of using it.

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Cocaine

Cocaine, or 'coke', is an addictive drug that can cause unwanted effects. Learn more about cocaine, its effects and the risks that come with its use.

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Depression

Depression is a common condition, affecting how you feel, think and act. It's often treatable and likely to improve with a doctor's support.

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Paranoia

Many people feel paranoid at times. Paranoia is when a person believes others are trying to harm them. Read about causes and treatment.

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Charles Bonnet syndrome

People with Charles Bonnet syndrome experience visions (phantom images) but are mentally healthy. Learn more about living with the condition here.

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Primary amoebic meningoencephalitis (PAM)

Primary amoebic meningoencephalitis (PAM) is a rare but serious disease that can occur with water-based activities. It causes brain inflammation.

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Tests used in diagnosing dementia

Find out more about the tests doctors use to diagnose dementia. Learn about physical and neurological examinations, cognitive tests, x-rays and scans.

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Sarcoidosis

Sarcoidosis is an inflammatory disease and can affect many organs including the lungs and lymph nodes. Learn more about its symptoms and treatments.

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Dissociative identity disorder

Dissociative identity disorder, also known as multiple personality disorder, causes people to feel as though they have multiple distinct personalities.

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Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease

Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD) is a rare brain disorder that causes dementia. Find out more about CJD, mad cow disease and variant CJD here.

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Delirium

Delirium is a sudden change in your thinking or behaviour. It is most common in older people. Find out more about prevention and treatment here.

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Delusions

Read about delusions (false beliefs that someone holds even when they can’t be real), possible causes and how to help someone with delusions.

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Fever

A high temperature is a normal response to infection and can be a sign of a cold or flu. Learn how to take your temperature and care for yourself.

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Diazepam (Valium)

Diazepam is mainly used to treat people with anxiety. Read more about how it works, what the risks are, and other treatment options available.

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Temazepam

Temazepam is a sedative medicine, in the benzodiazepine class. It is used short term to help with sleep problems and must be prescribed by a doctor.

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Antipsychotic medicines

Antipsychotic medicines can help ease the symptoms of psychosis. Read about why you may need an antipsychotic medicine and possible side effects.

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Confusion

Confusion can be temporary, but sometimes it's a permanent state caused by a medical condition. Here are things you can do to help manage confusion.

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