Adult Mental Health

What is an Acutely Disturbed Adult or Older Person? An adult may appear mentally unwell or unstable if their thoughts or behaviour are not normal. This can happen if they are affected by alcohol or drugs, experiencing psychosis, or confused due to a medical condition called delirium.   Delirium is...

What is an antidepressant medication? Antidepressant medications, also called antidepressants, are used to treat depression and other mental health conditions. They do this by affecting brain chemicals that influence mood. Different types of antidepressants work in different ways. For some people, antidepressants are very helpful. It is important to talk...

What is antipsychotic medication? Psychosis is a serious mental health condition. It is when a person cannot tell the difference between what is real and what is not. Antipsychotic medications help manage symptoms of psychosis. They work by changing brain chemistry to help reduce symptoms like hallucinations, delusions and disordered...

What is anxiety? Anxiety is when you feel anxious or stressed without a clear reason. It is the most common mental health issue in Australia. One in four people will have anxiety at some stage in their life. Sometimes it can stop you from doing your normal daily tasks. It...

What is bereavement, grief and loss? Bereavement is the process of coping with the death of a family member or close friend. If someone you know has died, you may need support and guidance. Dealing with a death can be a stressful and distressing time. The grief you feel is...

What is delirium? Delirium is a common condition in older people, but it can happen at any age. Symptoms usually appear suddenly and may last for a short time, but sometimes they can continue for longer. Delirium can make daily activities hard. A person may become confused, forgetful, unable to...

What is depression? Depression is a mental health condition that affects your mood. One in six people will experience depression at some time during their life. Many people who have depression also have anxiety. Depression can be mild to severe. Half of all people who get treatment will start feeling...

What is a digital mental health support? A digital mental health support is a service which is offered online or over the phone for low or no cost to the person using it. These services are important for people who might not seek support in other ways, are in a...

What is a digital support? A digital support is a service which is offered online or over the phone for low or no cost to the person using it. These services are important for those who might not otherwise seek support, are in a crisis, or live in rural areas....

What is a digital support? A digital support is a service which is offered online or over the phone for low or no cost to the person using it. These services are important for those who might not otherwise seek support, are in a crisis, or live in rural areas....

What is a digital support? A digital support is a service which is offered online or over the phone for low or no cost to the person using it. These services are important for those who might not otherwise seek support, are in a crisis, or live in rural areas....

What is a digital support? A digital support is a service which is offered online or over the phone for low or no cost to the person using it. These services are important for those who might not otherwise seek support, are in a crisis, or live in rural areas....

What is a digital support? A digital support is a service which is offered online or over the phone for low or no cost to the person using it. These services are important for those who might not otherwise seek support, are in a crisis, or live in rural areas....

What is a digital support? A digital support is a service which is offered online or over the phone for low or no cost to the person using it. These services are important for those who might not otherwise seek support, are in a crisis, or live in rural areas....

What is a digital support? A digital support is a service which is offered online or over the phone for low or no cost to the person using it. These services are important for those who might not otherwise seek support, are in a crisis, or live in rural areas....

What is a digital support? A digital support is a service which is offered online or over the phone for low or no cost to the person using it. These services are important for those who might not otherwise seek support, are in a crisis, or live in rural areas....

What is a digital support? A digital support is a service which is offered online or over the phone for low or no cost to the person using it. These services are important for those who might not otherwise seek support, are in a crisis, or live in rural areas....

What is a digital support? A digital support is a service which is offered online or over the phone for low or no cost to the person using it. These services are important for those who might not otherwise seek support, are in a crisis, or live in rural areas....

What is a digital support? A digital support is a service which is offered online or over the phone for low or no cost to the person using it. These services are important for those who might not otherwise seek support, are in a crisis, or live in rural areas....

What is a digital support? A digital support is a service which is offered online or over the phone for low or no cost to the person using it. These services are important for those who might not otherwise seek support, are in a crisis, or live in rural areas....

What is a digital support? A digital support is a service which is offered online or over the phone for low or no cost to the person using it. These services are important for those who might not otherwise seek support, are in a crisis, or live in rural areas....

What is an eating disorder? Eating disorders are mental health conditions that cause a person to develop disordered or extreme eating habits. Common types of eating disorders include: Anorexia – severely restricting food and becoming dangerously underweight  Bulimia – eating large amounts of food in a short space of time,...

What is a disaster? A disaster can include heatwaves, bushfires, droughts, floods, severe storms and tropical cyclones, earthquakes, tsunamis and landslides. Disasters can affect your emotions and mental health. They can also make mental health and drug and alcohol issues worse. It can be hard to look after yourself and...

What is it? A mental health treatment plan is written for people with mental ill-health. If you have mental health issues, your doctor can write a plan for you. A mental health treatment plan will outline the type of treatment you and your GP agree on.

What is post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)? Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition. It is when a person experiences intense feelings of fear, anxiety and panic any time after exposure to a traumatic event. A traumatic event can be anything which threatens a person's life or...

What is problem gambling? Some people can gamble responsibly, but others find it hard to stop. Gambling becomes a problem when it starts to disrupt a person’s personal, family and work life. Problem gambling can also affect those around them. If your quality of life is suffering due to your...

What is psychosis? Psychosis is a serious mental health condition affecting the mind. People with psychosis can experience an altered sense of reality. They may see and hear things that don’t exist, talk incoherently and feel agitated. Psychosis can be caused by another mental health condition, like: Schizophrenia Bipolar disorder...

What is self-harm? Self-harm is when someone purposely hurts a part of their body. Some common forms of self-harm are cutting, burning, and picking at wounds or scars. Taking too much medication, drugs or alcohol are also types of self-harm. It is really important to get help as soon as...

What are suicidal thoughts? Sometimes, people have thoughts about wanting to harm themselves or end their life. These thoughts may occur in response to distressing life events or a mental health issue that is getting worse. If you are having suicidal thoughts, it’s very important to understand there is always...