Mental health & depression
Links
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Beyondblue: the national depression initiative (Australia) - home page
Beyondblue is a national, independent, not-for-profit organisation working to address issues associated with depression, anxiety and related substance misuse disorders in Australia. Provides details about programs, research and resources available.
www.beyondblue.org.au next -
Depression (Better Health Channel, Victoria)
Depression is a mental illness that may be mild or severe. Types include major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, dysthymic and cyclothymic disorders, postnatal depression and seasonal affective disorder. Seek help early to avoid the risk of other mental health problems.
www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/bhcv2/bhcarticles.nsf/pages/ct_depression?open next -
Forensicare (Victorian Institute of Forensic Mental Health) - home page
Forensicare specialises in the understanding, treatment and care of mentally ill offenders. Details the hospital and consulting services available and lists current and recent research projects.
www.forensicare.vic.gov.au next -
Mental Health Act Reform (Department of Health, Victoria)
New mental health legislation is a central element in the Victorian Government's agenda for mental health reform.
www.health.vic.gov.au/mentalhealth/mhactreform next -
Mental health advice (Department of Health, Victoria) - home page
Advice, information and referral for general and mental health issues in Victoria.
www.health.vic.gov.au/mentalhealthadvice next -
Mental Health Review Board (Victoria) - home page
Provides information about the Mental Health Review Board, what they do and patient rights. There are also useful links to other information sources, the Mental Health Act 1986 and other Australian mental health tribunals.
www.mhrb.vic.gov.au next -
Victoria's Mental Health Services (Department of Health, Victoria) - home page
Provides information for patients, carers, families and practitioners about mental health services in Victoria, including policies and funding, service locations and addresses, patient rights and training courses available.
www.health.vic.gov.au/mentalhealth next