Conditions

Some people will have the sort of mental health problems which mean that they will need to take antipsychotic medication as part of their treatment package. This factsheet explains how antipsychotics work, the different types, side effects and further information.

Between 1 and 4 in 100 people experience anxiety, worry, fear and panic at a greater level than is normal considering the threats around them. This fact sheet discusses the symptoms and dfferent types of anxiety, including Post Traumatic Stress Disorder PTSD, as well as the alternative treatments.

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a genetically determined condition, usually noticeable in early childhood, that affects the parts of the brain that control attention, impulses and concentration. This factsheet provides information about the disorder.

This factsheets explains what conditions benzodiazepines are used for, what types exist, the possible side effects and further information.

A guide to bipolar disorder (manic depression) answering basic questions in an easy to read format.

Bipolar disorder, formerly known as manic depression, is a mood (affective) disorder that causes unusual shifts in a person's mood, energy, and ability to function. This factsheet describes the symptoms and different types of bipolar disorder as well as the causes and treatments.

CUES is a leaflet for carers that helps plan support and care. Currently out of print, but available for download.

A pack for teachers including 30 ‘disjointed’ packs of postcards for young people about cannabis and associated mental health problems, plus a briefing sheet for teachers or professionals.

This factsheet provides information if the problems of a friend or relative are prolonged and you fear they may be developing a mental health problem.

This fact sheet covers the following topics: Signs of mental illness, schizophrenia in children, bipolar disorder in children, depression in children, anxiety disorders in children and further information.