Cognitive behaviour therapy - Better Health Channel
Cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) is a type of psychotherapy that helps people to change unhelpful or unhealthy thinking habits, feelings and behaviours. CBT may be used to treat problems including anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, uncontrollable anger, substance abuse, eating disorders and other problems.
Gay and lesbian issues - discrimination - Better Health Channel
Gay men, lesbians and bisexuals experience a range of health problems directly related to their sexuality. Discrimination and dealing with homophobia can affect a person's health. Research has also shown that gay men and lesbians have reduced access to medical care, wait longer before seeking treatment and are less well screened for health conditions than heterosexual people.