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Psychotherapy involves talking to a trained mental health professional in order to manage mental health issues.
Follow the links below to find information about psychotherapy. To see summaries of systematic reviews of the evidence for the effectiveness of psychotherapy, follow the link to the specific topic page below.
Reviewed May 2009
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Bipolar disorder
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Better Health Channel
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Bipolar disorder is a type of psychosis and used to be called 'manic depression'. A person with bipolar disorder experiences alternating episodes of mania and depression. The exact cause is unknown, but a genetic predisposition has been clearly established.
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Oct 2009
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Drug dependency services
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Better Health Channel
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Alcohol or drug dependency can be treated by different services. Help may include counselling, group therapy and medications (methadone, naltrexone, buprenorphine and nicotine replacement therapy) to ease the symptoms of withdrawal. Some people find they need to explore different treatment options before they find what works for them.
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Sep 2009
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Veterans and Veterans Families Counselling Service
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Australian Government Department of Veterans' Affairs
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Aug 2009
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Eating disorders
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Better Health Channel
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Eating disorders include anorexia, bulimia nervosa and other binge eating disorders. Eating disorders affect females and males and can have serious psychological and physical consequences. Family and friends of people with eating disorders may also face enormous stress.
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Jul 2009
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TMS
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DepressioNet
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Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) is a fairly new technology that is currently undergoing evaluation as an alternative to ECT and antidepressants. Initial studies have shown some potential, however, enough evidence has yet to be collated to support it's use.
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Jun 2009
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Vagus nerve stimulator
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DepressioNet
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Vagus Nerve Stimulation (VNS) is a psychiatric treatment sometimes used for very severe epilepsy. It is undergoing investigation in Australia as a possible treatment method for long-term, severe or very treatment-resistant depression.
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Jun 2009
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Depression: psychological treatments
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Black Dog Institute Australia
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There is a wide range of psychological treatments for depression. Some of the main ones are Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Interpersonal Therapy (IPT), Psychotherapies, Counselling, Narrative Therapy.
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May 2009
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Erectile dysfunction treatments
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Better Health Channel
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A range of treatments is available for erectile dysfunction (ED), or impotence. These include oral medications (such as Viagra, Cialis or Levitra), injections into the penis, vacuum devices, counselling or implants (penile prosthesis). Ongoing problems may have a medical cause that needs specific treatment and should be investigated by a doctor.
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Jan 2009
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Getting help: where to seek help
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Black Dog Institute Australia
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Information on where to get help for depression or bipolar disorder.
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Jan 2009
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Fact sheet 23 - chronic physical illness and depression
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beyondblue
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beyondblue Fact Sheet 23 - Chronic Physical Illness and Depression. Information on depression and links with chronic physical illnesses such as asthma, heart disease, stroke, arthiritis, diabetes and cancer.
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Jan 2009
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Psychological treatments
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SANE Australia
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The best treatment for mental illness can include a combination of medication, psychological treatment and support in the community.
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Jan 2009
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Alcohol related brain impairment - memory loss
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Better Health Channel
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Memory loss is associated with alcohol related brain impairment (ARBI). People may not remember facts or skills. Repetition, memory aids and prompts can help people cope.
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Dec 2008
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Depression - management and treatment options
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Inspire Foundation
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It's normal to feel down or sad at times during your life. Sometimes depression or a depressed mood is a response to something in particular and other times it can occur for no apparent reason. There are many different management and treatment options for depression. Check out this revised and expanded factsheet for more info.
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Nov 2008
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Depression and ageing
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Better Health Channel
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Depression is not a normal part of ageing. Older people with dementia or living in residential care are at risk of depression. Treatment includes medication, psychological therapy and lifestyle changes.
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Sep 2008
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Self psychology
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InfraPsych
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Self-psychology is a theory developed by an American psychiatrist, Dr Heinz Kohut, in the 1970s and 80s. It attempts to explain the development of mental health problems by identifying difficulties experienced during childhood.
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Jun 2008
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Insight-oriented psychotherapy
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InfraPsych
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Insight-oriented psychotherapy is based on the concepts of psychoanalytic theory developed by Sigmund Freud, but uses slightly different techniques and timeframes. It is also known as expressive therapy and intensive psychoanalytic psychotherapy.
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Jun 2008
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Depression - how to get treatment
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Better Health Channel
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Treatment for depression should start with your doctor. Psychiatrists and psychologists can also help treat depression and anxiety.Treatment might include medication, therapy or both.
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May 2008
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