Mental Health Conditions

Plain-language, evidence-informed guides to common conditions — what they are, how they are diagnosed, and what helps.

Mental health conditions are common — in any given year about one in five adults experiences one — and they are treatable. Each guide below explains symptoms, causes, diagnosis and treatment options, along with practical self-care ideas. These guides are a starting point for understanding, not a way to diagnose yourself; a qualified professional can help you make sense of your own experience.

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Depression

Learn about depression: common symptoms, causes, how it is diagnosed, and effective treatments including therapy, medication and self-care.

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Anxiety Disorders

Understand anxiety disorders including generalized anxiety, panic disorder and social anxiety: symptoms, causes and proven treatments.

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ADHD

ADHD in children and adults: inattentive and hyperactive symptoms, diagnosis, strengths, and treatment options including medication and coaching.

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Bipolar Disorder

Bipolar disorder explained: mania, hypomania and depression, types of bipolar disorder, warning signs, and long-term treatment.

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PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder)

PTSD symptoms, causes and recovery: learn about trauma-focused therapies like CPT, PE and EMDR, medication, and how to support loved ones.

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OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder)

What OCD really is: obsessions, compulsions, common themes, and highly effective treatments such as ERP therapy and SSRIs.

Insomnia & Sleep

Insomnia and sleep problems: causes, the link to mental health, CBT-I, sleep hygiene tips, and when to see a doctor.

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