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Good mental health

To build good mental health, look after yourself and do things you enjoy. Learn how to care for your wellbeing, and where to get help if you need it.

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Grief and loss

Grief is a response to losing someone or something important. Find out about grief, how it affects different people, and when and where to get help.

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Self-harm

Self-harm is often a way of coping with low self-esteem or trauma. It can include cutting the skin, alcohol misuse or an eating disorder.

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Supporting someone with a mental illness

Supporting someone with a mental illness can be hard. Learn more about looking after yourself and accessing support while supporting another person.

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What is addiction?

Addiction is a strong urge to use or do something despite harm. Learn its signs, causes, and treatments, plus where to seek support and help.

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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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Antisocial personality disorder

People with antisocial personality disorder are sometimes called 'psychopaths'. They tend to disregard the law or other people's rights.

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Abortion

There are many reasons someone might choose to terminate a pregnancy. Counselling can help you understand your options. Learn about the process.

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Social behaviour disorders

Social behaviour disorders impact a person’s ability to manage positive behaviour. Learn more about the types and signs and ways to find help.

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Grief before death – understanding anticipatory grief

Find out how to cope with the news that someone you care for has a terminal illness.

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