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Ramsay St tackles mental illness

Television drama often hasn’t had a good reputation for accurate or fair representation of mental illness in Australia. Frequently events are sensationalised, with viewers complaining of inaccuracy and stigma. What would happen, then, if one of the characters in the popular ‘Neighbours’ program started to develop symptoms?

We’re about to find out. Channel Ten’s iconic soapie is tackling the effects of bipolar disorder on one of Ramsay St’s residents, with a gripping storyline and some help from SANE Australia. Find out more >>

SANE Guide to Schizophrenia
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Schizophrenia is a serious but widely misunderstood condition. Thankfully there are treatments which work, and things you can do yourself to manage the symptoms. This Guide explains all about schizophrenia, with the latest information on what helps.

Visit the SANE Bookshop for more details.


 
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SANE receives over 10,000 calls for help every year, but this service relies solely on donations and grants to stay in existence.

Donate online to keep the SANE Helpline going, providing crucial information and advice to Australians concerned about mental illness.

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