Question

Choose an example of the person who is NOT likely to fall under the category of  young people suffering from mental illness. ​

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therapy (CBT) and medications.

For more information see: Obsessive compulsive disorder.

Paranoia

Paranoia is the irrational and persistent feeling that people are ‘out to get you’. Paranoia may be a symptom of conditions including paranoid personality disorder, delusional (paranoid) disorder and schizophrenia.

Treatment for paranoia includes medications and psychological support.

For more information see: Paranoia.

Post-traumatic stress disorder

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that can develop as a response to people who have experienced any traumatic event. This can be a car or other serious accident, physical or sexual assault, war-related events or torture, or natural disasters such as bushfires or floods.

For more information see: Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Psychosis

People affected by psychosis can experience delusions, hallucinations and confused thinking. Psychosis can occur in a number of mental illnesses, including drug-induced psychosis, schizophrenia and mood disorders. Medication and psychological support can relieve, or even eliminate, psychotic symptoms.

For more information see: Psychosis.

Schizophrenia

Schizophrenia is a complex psychotic disorder characterised by disruptions to thinking and emotions, and a distorted perception of reality. Symptoms of schizophrenia vary widely but may include hallucinations, delusions, thought disorder, social withdrawal, lack of motivation and impaired thinking and memory.

People with schizophrenia have a high risk of suicide. Schizophrenia is not a split personality.

For more information see: Schizophrenia.

Where to get help

In an emergency, always call triple zero (000)

Your GP (doctor)

Psychiatrist

Psychologist

Lifeline Tel. 13 11 14 – Australia-wide crisis support and prevention service

beyondblue Tel. 1300 22 4636 – support for issues relating to anxiety and depression

SANE Australia Tel. 1800 18 SANE (7263)

Mental Health Foundation of Australia (Victoria) Tel. (03) 9427 0406

Anxiety Recovery Centre Victoria Tel. (03) 9830 0533 or 1300 ANXIETY (1300 269 438)

Kids Helpline Tel. 1800 55 1800 – free counselling for young people between the ages of 5 and 25