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Schizophrenia

Schizophrenia is a mental illness that involves an altered experience of reality. Learn more about causes, symptoms and treatments.

Evan's story about living with schizophrenia - video transcripts

Safe use of mental health medicines

When it comes to mental health medication, there is no one size fits all solution. Different people can have different side effects. It's important to talk to your doctor during your treatment.

Antipsychotic medications

Antipsychotic medications are medicines that can help ease the symptoms of psychosis. Find out more about antipsychotics.

Paranoia

Many people, at times, feel paranoid. Paranoia is a state of mind in which a person believes that others are trying to harm them. Read more for paranoia causes and treatment.

Dopamine

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

Cannabis (marijuana)

Marijuana (cannabis) is one of the most commonly used illicit drugs in Australia. You can find out more about marijuana and how it impacts users here.

Dissociative identity disorder

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

Mental health conditions

Mental health conditions broadly refers to many conditions, including mood disorders, eating disorders and anxiety conditions.

Mental health and wellbeing

Almost half of Australian adults will experience a mental illness at some point in their life. Mental health conditions do not discriminate, and can affect anyone. But support and treatment can help.

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

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.

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy is a group of therapies designed to help someone change their thinking patterns and improve their coping skills.

Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)

Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is a treatment for some severe mental health conditions. Find out about ECT, when it’s used and side effects here.

Mental health nurses

Mental health nurses are registered nurses. They work with doctors, and other health professionals to monitor and treat a person's mental health.

Delusions

Delusions are false and irrational beliefs that someone holds onto – even when there is evidence that they’re not real. Find out about the different types, and how delusions can be treated.

Mental illness

In any year, 1 in 5 Australians will experience a mental illness. Here is information on causes and symptoms of mental illness, and where to get help.

Mental illness stigma

People with mental health problems may face stigma, which can lead to discrimination and make mental illness worse. Find out how to reduce stigma.

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.

Losing interest

Losing interest in things you once enjoyed can happen sometimes, but if it’s ongoing it may be a sign of a mental health condition like depression.

Cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT)

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

Psychiatrists and psychologists

A psychiatrist is a doctor who has done extra medical training to become a specialist in mental health. Learn about what they do and how they can help you.

Exercise and mental health

Exercise is good for your health. It can help with mental illness, reduce stress, and help you sleep. Read about the benefits of exercise here.

Mental health resources for men

Men are less likely than women to seek help if they're experiencing mental health issues. They don't have to do it alone. Help is available.

Medicines and driving

Some medicines can affect the skills you need to drive safely. Read here to find out how to reduce your risks and stay safe on the road.

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.

Lithium

Lithium is a medicine used to treat bipolar disorder and some other mental illnesses. Find out about how lithium works and what you need to know.

Mental health professionals

Mental health isn’t the area of psychologists and psychiatrists alone. Discover the different types of mental health workers available to you.

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is an anxiety disorder that can cause unwanted negative thoughts and behaviours. Learn more about symptoms and treatment.

Suicide warning signs

By knowing the warning signs of suicide, those who are most at risk, and by being aware of how to access support, you could help save a life. Find out more.

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Search results for: "Schizophrenia"

Life stage

Schizophrenia

Evan's story about living with schizophrenia - video transcripts

Safe use of mental health medicines

Antipsychotic medications

Paranoia

Dopamine

Cannabis (marijuana)

Dissociative identity disorder

Mental health conditions

Mental health and wellbeing

Psychosis

New phone app could reduce suicide risk

Psychotherapy

Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)

Mental health nurses

Delusions

Mental illness

Mental illness stigma

CATT – the crisis assessment and treatment team

Losing interest

Cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT)

Psychiatrists and psychologists

Exercise and mental health

Mental health resources for men

Medicines and driving

Speed

Lithium

Mental health professionals

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)

Suicide warning signs

Life stage

Schizophrenia

Evan's story about living with schizophrenia - video transcripts

Safe use of mental health medicines

Antipsychotic medications

Paranoia

Dopamine

Cannabis (marijuana)

Dissociative identity disorder

Mental health conditions

Mental health and wellbeing

Psychosis

New phone app could reduce suicide risk

Psychotherapy

Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)

Mental health nurses

Delusions

Mental illness

Mental illness stigma

CATT – the crisis assessment and treatment team

Losing interest

Cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT)

Psychiatrists and psychologists

Exercise and mental health

Mental health resources for men

Medicines and driving

Speed

Lithium

Mental health professionals

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)

Suicide warning signs

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