Definition:
'Schizophrenia' is a term used to describe a mental health condition that can impact on a person’s perception of reality and their behaviour. It affects about 1 in every 100 people in Australia. Schizophrenia is most often diagnosed by a psychiatrist (a doctor who specialises in understanding mental distress), who uses the diagnosis in deciding on the most effective treatment.
GENERAL INFO
HealthLine: Schizophrenia
Sane.org: Schizophrenia
World Health Organisation: Schizophrenia
Health Direct: Schizophrenia
SELF-HELP
Talk to your GP/doctor or contact Your Crew to
help you get to your doctor.
If you feel at immediate risk call 000
Sane.org: Schizophrenia fact sheet
ReachOut: Support services for psychosis disorders
FORUMS, TOOLS & VIDEOS
HeadSpace: Group Chat
Youtube: Schizophrenia
Crewing for or Helping Others
Sometimes, it can be hard to know what to do to support someone. You may feel stressed or scared you'll say the wrong thing.
Remember your main role as Crew or a supportive friend or family is to listen, acknowledge and communicate support. That can mean calling a professional service such as Kids Helpline or, in an emergency, calling 000 They can also guide you on what to do.
See How to Ask If Your Friend Is OK video
If you are under 18 years old, you can also reach out to an adult or your Crew to help you support someone.
See Professional and Urgent Help for a list of services with live phone numbers and links
See Pathways to Help
