Depression, Anxiety and Stress Management

Schizophrenia and Bipolar Disorder

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Schizophrenia is characterised by thoughts or experiences that seem out of touch with reality, disorganised speech or behaviour and decreased participation in daily activities. Difficulty with concentration and memory may also be present. The exact cause of schizophrenia isn't known, but a combination of genetics, environment and altered brain chemistry and structure may play a role. Treatment is usually life long and often involves a combination of medications, psychotherapy and coordinated speciality care services. Bipolar disorder is a mental health problem that mainly affects your mood. If you have got bipolar disorder, you're probably to own times wherever you experience: manic/hypomanic episodes (feeling high), depressive episodes (feeling low), potentially some psychotic symptoms during manic or depressed episodes. Bipolar disorder needs long-term management, which may include medication and psychological therapies. Bipolar disorder affects how we are able to function in our everyday life. Untreated, it makes it hard to consistently cope at work, home, school or socially.