Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy is an umbrella term for many practices aimed at treating emotional problems.

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Supportive psychotherapy

Supportive psychotherapy is designed to allow a person with mental health issues to voice concerns, and receive encouragement in finding practical solutions.

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Treatment for PTSD

Treatments for PTSD include psychotherapy and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), but medication can also be prescribed in some cases.

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Treatment for paranoia

People with paranoid thoughts can find it hard to trust a mental health professional, but with a positive relationship, recovery is possible.

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Treatment for mental illness

Mental illness is treatable, and most people with mental illness recover to live productive and happy lives. Treatment can vary depending upon the person, their medical history and circumstances.

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Depression treatment

There is no one-size-fits-all treatment for depression. Physical, psychological, complementary and self-help strategies can all be effective, usually in combination.

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Treatments for narcissistic personality disorder (NPD)

There’s no specific medication to treat NPD. However, people with NPD sometimes also develop depression or anxiety, and in such cases antidepressant medications may be beneficial.

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Treatment for borderline personality disorder (BPD)

Treatment for Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) combines support, psychological therapy and, in some cases, medication. Find out more about BPD.

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Cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT)

Cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) is a type of psychotherapy that helps a person to change unhealthy or damaging thinking habits, feelings and behaviours.

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Managing Depression

Managing Depression helps lessen the symptoms of depression. It can be downloaded from the Google Play Store and Apple iOS Store.

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Overcoming Anxiety and Depression

Overcoming Anxiety and Depression is an app created to reduce feelings of anxiety and depression. Suitable for all ages. Learn more here.

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Mastering OCD

Mastering OCD is an app designed to lessen the symptoms of obsessive compulsive disorder. It’s downloadable from the Google Play Store and Apple iOS Store.

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Mastering Generalised Anxiety

Mastering Generalised Anxiety helps lessen feelings of worry and generalised anxiety. It can be downloaded from the Apple Store and Google Play Store.

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High Res

DVA's High Res app is designed to help serving and former Australian Defence Force personnel and their families manage stress and negative thinking.

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Treatment for schizophrenia

Schizophrenia is a mental illness that causes an altered experience of reality. Your doctor can advise the best treatment options if you need help.

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Treatments for OCD

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) can be treated, enabling people with OCD to live happier lives. Seeing a doctor is the first step to recovery.

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Treatments for eating disorders

Eating disorders can cause long-term health problems if you have one but don’t seek help early. Learn about treatment options here.

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Treatment for personality disorders

The first step towards getting support and treatment for a personality disorder is speaking with a mental health professional.

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Melancholia (melancholic depression)

Melancholia is a type of depression, sometimes referred to as melancholic depression. Read more about the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment here.

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Treatment for psychosis

Psychosis is treatable. Mental health professionals, along with medication and family support, can best help you manage symptoms and aid recovery.

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New phone app could reduce suicide risk

A new app could help mental health patients and reduce suicide risk, by sending counsellors data on mood, activity and adherence to medication.

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Treatment for anorexia nervosa

People with anorexia nervosa have an irrational fear of gaining weight and put themselves on restrictive diets and harsh, punishing exercise routines. They have an unrealistic view of their bodies.

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Narcissistic personality disorder (NPD)

People with narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) may appear arrogant, with an inflated self-image and disregard for the feelings of others.

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Managing emotional changes during cervical cancer

How cervical cancer affects your daily life will depend very much on what stage your disease is at, and what treatment you're having. Find out how to manage with cervical cancer.

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Personality disorders: an overview

Personality disorder refers to a long-term pattern of thinking and behaviour that causes distress, making it difficult to function in everyday life.

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Treatment for ADHD

Treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can include several options, depending on the specific needs of each child and family.

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Psychiatrists vs psychologists

Confused by the difference between psychiatrists and psychologists? Read more about how they differ in education and approach, referral requirements and costs.

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Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)

Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is a safe and effective treatment for some severe mental health conditions that are considered life threatening. Find out more here.

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Anger management

Anger can be a good thing since it allows us to express negative emotions - it’s what we actually do when we’re angry that can cause problems. Learn how to control your anger here.

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CATT – the crisis assessment and treatment team

A crisis assessment and treatment team (CATT) provides immediate help during a mental health crisis. Here's what you need to know about crisis management.

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