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  • Acknowledging the Stolen generations

    Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, Professionalism, Culturally safe practice

    The forced removal of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children from their families continues to affect the health and social wellbeing of communities and families.

    Position statement
    • Last updated: Dec 2020
    • Published in Australia
    • PS#42

  • Trauma-informed practice

    Trauma, Professionalism, Culturally safe practice

    Trauma-informed practice is an evolving concept which emphasises that trauma is a possibility in the lives of all individuals and communities.

    Position statement
    • Last updated: Nov 2020
    • Published in Australia
    • PS #100

  • Implementing alternatives to coercion

    Ethics, Seclusion and restraint, Professionalism, Culturally safe practice

    The RANZCP has endorsed this position produced by the World Psychiatric Association. URL Clinical guideline

    Clinical guideline
    • Last updated: Oct 2020
    • Published in International
    • Endorsed external guidance

  • Pain Management (Acute): Scientific Evidence 5th edition

    Ethics, Pain management, Professionalism, Culturally safe practice

    The RANZCP has endorsed this guideline produced by the Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists and Faculty of Pain Medicine. URL Clinical guideline

    Clinical guideline
    • Last updated: Jul 2020
    • Published in Australia
    • Endorsed external guidance

  • Enabling supported decision making

    Collaborative care, Families, whānau & carers, Professionalism, Addressing health inequity, Culturally safe practice

    This paper aims to influence the increased uptake and future embedding of Supported Decision Making in clinical practice by psychiatrists working in the Victorian Mental Health Service. PDF Position statement

    Position statement
    • Last updated: May 2018
    • Published in Victoria

  • Mental health for the community

    Collaborative care, Ethics, Families, whānau & carers, Professionalism, Culturally safe practice

    This document outlines principles that underpin the effective delivery of mental health services to the community.

    Position statement
    • Last updated: Feb 2018
    • Published in Australia
    • PS #73

  • Involuntary mental health treatment in custody

    Ethics, Seclusion and restraint, Culturally safe practice

    Involuntary mental health treatment in custodial settings compromises clinical care, encourages inappropriate management of prisoners, and breaches human rights.

    Position statement
    • Last updated: Nov 2017
    • Published in Australia
    • PS #93

  • The contribution to practice made by psychiatrists who have a personal experience of mental illness

    Collaborative care, Professionalism, Culturally safe practice

    The RANZCP acknowledges the contribution of psychiatrists with personal experience of mental illness.

    Position statement
    • Last updated: Nov 2016
    • Published in Australia
    • PS #85

  • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander mental health workers

    Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, Workforce, Professionalism, Culturally safe practice

    Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander mental health workers bring valuable skills and knowledge to the practice of psychiatry.

    Position statement
    • Last updated: Aug 2016
    • Published in Australia
    • PS #50

  • Alcohol policy

    Alcohol, Professionalism, Culturally safe practice

    A national public health approach is required to reduce alcohol consumption, addressing drinking culture and increasing the availability and range of treatment services. PDF Report

    Report
    • Last updated: Mar 2016
    • Published in Australia

  • Acknowledging and learning from past mental health practices

    Historical practices, Professionalism, Culturally safe practice

    In the past, some psychiatric treatments were provided without an evidence base. Certain treatments were ineffective, harmful or distressing to patients.

    Position statement
    • Last updated: Mar 2016
    • Published in Australia
    • PS #84

  • Children of parents with mental illness

    Children & adolescents, Ethics, Professionalism, Culturally safe practice

    Evidence-based interventions and preventative steps can be taken to support parents with mental illness, reduce risks to children and enhance their resilience.

    Position statement
    • Last updated: Mar 2016
    • Published in Australia
    • PS #56

  • Child sexual abuse

    Children & adolescents, Ethics, Trauma, Professionalism, Culturally safe practice

    Treatment by trained professionals minimises the initial effects and long-term consequences of child sexual abuse.

    Position statement
    • Last updated: Mar 2016
    • Published in Australia
    • PS #51

  • The economic cost of serious mental illness and comorbidities in Australia and New Zealand

    Ethics, Physical health, Professionalism, Culturally safe practice

    This report estimates the annual cost of premature death in people with serious mental illness is $15 billion (AUD) in Australia and $3.1 billion (NZD) in New Zealand. PDF Report

    Report
    • Last updated: Feb 2016
    • Published in Australia

  • Minding the gaps: cost barriers to accessing mental healthcare for people with mental illness

    Ethics, Physical health, Professionalism, Addressing health inequity, Culturally safe practice

    PDF Report

    Report
    • Last updated: May 2015
    • Published in Australia

  • Keeping body and mind together: Improving the physical health and life expectancy of people with serious mental illness

    Ethics, Physical health, Professionalism, Addressing health inequity, Culturally safe practice

    People with mental illness typically live ten, and up to 32 years less than the general population. PDF Report

    Report
    • Last updated: Feb 2015
    • Published in Australia

  • Keeping your head above water: affordability as a barrier to mental health care

    Ethics, Physical health, Professionalism, Addressing health inequity, Culturally safe practice

    PDF Report

    Report
    • Last updated: Nov 2014
    • Published in Australia

  • Principles & guidelines for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Mental Health

    Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, Professionalism, Addressing health inequity, Culturally safe practice

    PDF Ethical guideline

    Ethical guideline
    • Last updated: Jul 2014
    • Published in Australia
    • EG #11

  • Opioid policy - improving management of chronic non-malignant pain

    Ethics, Opioids, Professionalism, Culturally safe practice

    Joint policy produced by the RACP, RANZCP, ANZCA and RACGP designed to assist medical professionals who are responsible for safely prescribing opioids. URL Clinical guideline

    Clinical guideline
    • Last updated: Apr 2009
    • Published in Australia
    • Endorsed external guidance

  • Tobacco policy

    Ethics, Smoking cessation, Addiction, Professionalism, Addressing health inequity, Culturally safe practice

    Solutions for tobacco control to change the way physicians and psychiatrists view their role in reducing mortality and morbidity due to tobacco smoking. PDF Clinical guideline

    Clinical guideline
    • Last updated: Jun 2005
    • Published in Australia