Mental health issues involve everyone. It is a rare person that goes through life without having an episode of depression or anxiety. On occasions these problems persist and impact on your life significantly. If you have family members with mental health problems then your personal risk is increased. The comprehensive section offers information for those who have family members with the psychoses (eg Schizophrenia and bipolar disorders) and major depression or anxiety problems. There are also things you can do to lessen the likelihood of developing a mental health illness. Forewarned is forearmed! Lifestyle change now may reduce your risk in the future.