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Mental health prescriptions - Mental health - AIHW

(7 days ago) WebPrescriptions by type. Antidepressants (73%, or 33.4 million) was the most commonly dispensed medication in 2022–23, followed by Antipsychotics (10% or 4.3 million), Psychostimulants, agents used for ADHD and nootropics (7% or 3.3 million), …

https://www.aihw.gov.au/mental-health/topic-areas/mental-health-prescriptions

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Mental Health medication fact sheets The RMH

(7 days ago) WebTypes of mental health medication. There are many different types of medications in use and it can be confusing to keep track of them all, including any side effects that they may …

https://www.thermh.org.au/services/mental-health/learn-about/support-families-carers/medication-fact-sheets

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Mental health-related prescriptions - Australian Institute of …

(4 days ago) WebThere were 40.7 million prescriptions filled for mental health-related medications (subsidised and under co-payment) in Australia in 2019–20. This is equivalent to …

https://www.aihw.gov.au/getmedia/a530183d-8d16-44bd-8f43-526adfd1385a/mental-health-related-prescriptions.pdf.aspx

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Common types of anxiety medications and how they …

(8 days ago) WebSSRIs manage the brain's levels of serotonin, which is a chemical that regulates anxiety, happiness and mood. SSRIs are among the most frequently sold drugs in Australia. Sertraline (sold under

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2022-03-15/anxiety-medications-antidepressants-how-they-work/100890370

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Treatments for depression - Beyond Blue - Beyond Blue

(Just Now) WebCognitive behaviour therapy. CBT is one of the most effective treatments for depression. It’s a structured psychological treatment which recognises that the way we think (cognition) and act (behaviour) affects the way we feel. …

https://www.beyondblue.org.au/mental-health/depression/treatments-for-depression

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Australian psychiatrists can now prescribe MDMA and psilocybin: …

(8 days ago) WebWhat effects do these drugs have on the brain? PTSD and depression together affect around 2 million Australians. Dr Mike Musker, a mental health researcher …

https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2023/jul/01/australian-psychiatrists-can-now-prescribe-mdma-and-psilocybin-who-can-access-them-and-how-do-they-work

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National Study of Mental Health and Wellbeing, 2020-2022

(2 days ago) WebThere were 4.3 million Australians aged 16–85 years with a 12-month mental disorder. Of these, 1.9 million (45.1%) saw a health professional for their mental health in …

https://www.abs.gov.au/statistics/health/mental-health/national-study-mental-health-and-wellbeing/latest-release

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Managing mental health medications - Better Health Channel

(6 days ago) WebThere are six main types of mental health medications: antidepressants – used to treat depression, anxiety and some types of personality disorders. antipsychotics – used to …

https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/servicesandsupport/managing-mental-health-medications

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Antidepressants healthdirect

(7 days ago) WebKey facts. Antidepressants are medicines used to treat mental health conditions such as depression and anxiety. Antidepressants work on several chemicals in the brain …

https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/antidepressants

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Australia’s ‘disempowering’ dependence on mental health …

(2 days ago) WebAccording to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare’s latest mental health research, in 2021–22, 4.7 million people filled a mental health-related …

https://www1.racgp.org.au/newsgp/clinical/australia-s-disempowering-dependence-on-mental-hea

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TGA approves psilocybin and MDMA for use in treating …

(6 days ago) WebAustralia's medical regulator has approved the use of psychedelics to treat some mental health conditions, making the country one of the first in the world to …

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-02-03/tga-approves-psilocybin-mdma-for-treating-depression-ptsd/101929578

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Psychiatric Medication Information - St Vincent's Hospital, …

(9 days ago) WebSenior Mental Health Pharmacist & Honorary Fellow ST VINCENTS MENTAL HEALTH Level 2, 46 Nicholson Street, Fitzroy Vic 3065 Tel: (03) 9231 4751 Fax: (03) 9231 4802 . …

https://www.svhm.org.au/ArticleDocuments/2109/FinalMedicationBookle3rdeditionREVISEDJAN2015watermarked.pdf.aspx?embed=y

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What we're doing about mental health

(5 days ago) WebIn an emergency, call 000. Help is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, anywhere in Australia. If you need help now, call: Lifeline – 13 11 14. Kids Helpline – …

https://www.health.gov.au/topics/mental-health-and-suicide-prevention/what-were-doing-about-mental-health

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2023 Report to the Nation Mental Health Australia

(9 days ago) WebWednesday, September 13, 2023. Mental Health Australia’s 2023 Report to the Nation provides a “pulse-check” of the mental health and wellbeing of people in Australia. …

https://mhaustralia.org/report/2023-report-nation

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Patterns of Use of Mental Health Services and Prescription …

(4 days ago) WebThis publication is the second in a series of analyses based on data from the Mental Health Services-Census Integrated Dataset. It further explores patterns of use of Medicare …

https://www.abs.gov.au/statistics/health/mental-health/patterns-use-mental-health-services-and-prescription-medications/latest-release

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PsychWatch Australia

(6 days ago) WebAustralians are among the world’s highest users of psychiatric drugs. From July 2200 to June 2021, more than one in six Australians (4.5million+ patients being 17.7% of the …

https://www.psychwatchaustralia.com/

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Mental health-related prescriptions - Australian Institute of …

(2 days ago) WebMental health services in Australia Mental health-related prescriptions This section presents Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) information on There were 39.0 …

https://www.aihw.gov.au/getmedia/584d7a31-7c4a-46cb-97db-a46874265354/mental-health-related-prescriptions-2018-19.pdf.aspx

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About mental health - Department of Health and Aged Care

(9 days ago) WebIn an emergency, call 000. Help is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, anywhere in Australia. If you need help now, call: Lifeline – 13 11 14; Kids Helpline – 1800 55 1800; …

https://www.health.gov.au/topics/mental-health-and-suicide-prevention/about-mental-health

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List of psychiatric medications by condition treated - Wikipedia

(2 days ago) WebThis is a list of psychiatric medications used by psychiatrists and other physicians to treat mental illness or distress. The list is ordered alphabetically according to the condition or …

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_psychiatric_medications_by_condition_treated

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What is psychosocial disability, how is it different to mental health

(1 days ago) WebMs Gillespie, 60, lives with psychosocial disability and has a string of mental health diagnoses, including complex post-traumatic stress disorder, bipolar disorder and …

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-04-30/psychosocial-disability-mental-health-ndis/103690958

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Stemming the Ripple Effect of Untreated Mental Illness

(5 days ago) WebTimely access to effective treatment for patients with mental health disorders is crucial. The U.S. faces a mental health crisis with rising suicides, underscoring the …

https://www.psychologytoday.com/au/blog/the-value-of-healthcare/202404/stemming-the-ripple-effect-of-untreated-mental-illness

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Researchers urge more Australian pharmacies to stock anti-opioid

(2 days ago) WebThe introduction of the national Take Home Naloxone program in 2022 means anyone can access the drug from a pharmacy free, without a prescription, with …

https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2024/may/02/researchers-urge-more-australian-pharmacies-to-stock-anti-opioid-overdose-drug-naloxone

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When the Prescription Is for a Dance Class, not a Pill

(1 days ago) WebPrescriptions for social activities, exercise and the arts — first popularized in Britain — are coming to America. But some experts say the U.S. health care system …

https://www.nytimes.com/2024/04/17/well/mind/social-prescription-health-medication-art.html

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Mental health-related prescriptions - Australian Institute of …

(2 days ago) Web69.4% of all mental health-related prescriptions were Antidepressant medications in 2016– 17. Overview There were 35.7 million prescriptions for mental health-related …

https://www.aihw.gov.au/getmedia/d35a03a3-1500-4775-b3e1-9a99f3168bb8/mental-health-related-prescriptions-2016-17.pdf.aspx

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Domestic violence Australia: How police could spot red flags for

(2 days ago) WebAustralia’s police ministers will investigate new ways to spot red flags for dangerous men which could involve looking at their online activity, GPS and mental …

https://www.smh.com.au/politics/federal/how-police-could-spot-red-flags-for-violent-men-who-fly-under-the-radar-20240502-p5foa3.html

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Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders Often Go Untreated …

(3 days ago) WebAbout 38 percent of those with referrals who had mental health disorders and 40 percent of those who had substance use disorders had received counseling; …

https://www.nytimes.com/2024/04/19/health/parent-drugs-mental-illness-treatment-medicaid.html

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Spotlight on 'gaps' in Australia's mental health system in wake of

(3 days ago) WebSpotlight on 'gaps' in Australia's mental health system in wake of Bondi Junction attack. Dr Morris says illicit drugs, such as cannabis, ice, speed and other …

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-04-19/joel-cauchi-bondi-attacker-had-schizophrenia-explained/103738664

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Parents of teen who allegedly stabbed bishop at Sydney church …

(Just Now) WebSpeaking to ABC’s 7.30, the 16-year-old’s mother and father say their son has struggled with mental health problems for years The parents of the 16-year-old accused …

https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2024/apr/30/sydney-church-stabbing-parents-teenager-alleged-offender-history-mental-health-issues

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Mental health crisis centers look to provide care that busy ERs

(7 days ago) WebOn an April morning, two officers from the Tucson Police Department’s mental health team set out to serve a court order for a man in his 60s who had stopped his …

https://www.statnews.com/2024/04/26/crisis-centers-empath-units-er-alternative-for-mental-health/

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Mental Health Australia chair Matt Berriman resigns, calling out

(Just Now) WebThe Chair of Mental Health Australia has taken a swipe at the Albanese government's "inaction" on mental health, as he resigned from the top role of the peak …

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-04-24/mental-health-chair-resigns-calling-out-government-inactions-/103766414

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Prescription vape manufacturers call for flavoured products as …

(1 days ago) WebMedical and health experts had earlier reluctantly agreed that prescription vapes played a role in helping Australians wanting to stop smoking cigarettes but warned …

https://www.news.com.au/lifestyle/health/prescription-vape-manufacturers-call-for-flavoured-products-as-senate-hears-of-heart-risk-levels/news-story/097c4a2eb52f765449ab124b64472ce6

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