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Medications

There are many medications in mental health and it's often difficult to know how to know which is the best for you

We can help you understand their differences, potential benefits and possible negative side-effects.


Antidepressants

Antidepressant medication is a treatment for depression. This section gives an overview of the different types and their effects.

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Antipsychotics

Antipsychotic medication can be used to treat the symptoms of psychosis. It can also be used to treat mania, hypomania and depression.

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Benzodiazepines

Benzodiazepines are medications used to treat anxiety. This section provides an overview which includes the different types and their side effects.

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Mood stabilisers

This section provides information about medication used to stabilise the highs and lows of your mood, often known as mood stabilisers.

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