Sane Australia: 5 books

This cartoon-based SANE Guide has been written specially for children (6-12-years-old) who have a parent or other person close to them with a mental illness. The Guide explains through a simple picture-story what mental illness is, how it is treated, and how to cope on a day-to-day basis. It is intended to provide information which helps children to understand and cope better with their situation.

Smoking isnt just a health issue - it has a major impact on peoples quality of life, finances and a whole range of other issues . . . The SANE Guide to a SmokeFree Life is for the person quitting and for their supporter. It has been developed in consultation with consumers, carers, pharmacists and psychiatrists,...

Schizophrenia is one of a group of illnesses which cause 'psychosis' - affecting the brains ability to interpret information and make sense of the world. When someone is given a diagnosis of a psychotic illness such as schizophrenia it can raise all sorts of questions and worries. What do terms such...

A guide to mental illness for customer service staff which will help you interact more confidently, effectively and helpfully with customers who may be affected by mental illness.

Mental illness is common, affecting 1 in 5 of us at some time in our lives. Nearly every workplace will have someone who experiences episodes of mental illness from time to time, and it is important therefore, that they feel supported in the same way as someone with any other illness or disabling condition,...