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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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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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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Loss of male libido

Your libido (sex drive) can rise and fall over time. Read about how relationships, health, work, stress and other pressures can affect your libido.

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Loss of female libido

It's not unusual for people to lose interest in sex at some stage. Read about a range of physical and psychological factors that can be involved.

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Painful sex for women

Experiencing pain or discomfort during vaginal sex is fairly common. Learn about some health conditions that can cause pain during intercourse.

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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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Supporting someone with a mental illness

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

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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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Bullying

Bullying can happen in many forms, all of which can cause real pain and distress. Learn how to spot the signs and where to find help and support.

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Bulimia nervosa

Bulimia nervosa is a serious eating disorder and complex mental health condition. Find out more about the causes, symptoms and treatments for bulimia.

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Sexual assault and rape

Find out what to do if you are sexually assaulted or raped, including how to get medical help, and what support services are available.

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Coping with family break-up, separation or divorce

Dealing with a family break-up, separation or divorce can leave you feeling hurt, angry, relieved or confused. Get tips on how to cope with a break-up.

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Eating disorders

An eating disorder is a mental health condition. It involves an unhealthy relationship with food. Find out more about different eating disorders.

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Managing mood swings

Mood swings are sudden changes in how you feel emotionally. Learn their causes, how to manage them, and when and how to seek help.

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Supporting kids through a natural disaster

During a natural disaster, such as a flood, storm or bushfire – your child will look to you for support. Learn how you can help them feel safe.

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Personality disorders: an overview

Personality disorder is a long-term pattern of behaviour causing distress and affecting daily life. Learn about symptoms and treatment options here.

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Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

PTSD is an anxiety disorder caused by very stressful, frightening or distressing events. Explore symptoms, causes and treatments.

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Psychological trauma

Psychological or emotional trauma can happen when you go through a stressful event. Find out what can cause trauma and learn how to manage it.

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Bipolar disorder

Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition where you have periods of depression and mania. Read about bipolar disorder symptoms and treatment.

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Schizoaffective disorder

Schizoaffective disorder is a serious mental health condition with symptoms of mood changes and psychosis. Learn more about causes and treatments.

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How to help someone who is misusing drugs or alcohol

Drug and alcohol misuse is when their use becomes a problem. Learn strategies and resources to help someone who is misusing drugs or alcohol.

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Depression in young people

Signs of depression in young people include changes in how they think, feel or behave, and physical changes. Get tips on how to seek help.

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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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Abortion - surgical and medical options

An abortion or termination is a medical procedure that ends a pregnancy. If you decide to have an abortion, there are 2 options — surgical or medical.

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