Clinical guidelines & publications library
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Psychiatric service delivery for older people with mental disorders and dementia
Old age
A summary of evidence on effective models of psychiatry service delivery for older people. URL Clinical guideline
Clinical guideline- Last updated: Dec 2021
- Published in Australia
- Endorsed external guidance
- Current
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Clinical guideline
- Last updated: Dec 2021
- Published in Australia
- Current
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The mental health needs of children in care or at risk of entering care
Children in care or at risk of entering care experience high rates of developmental and mental health problems, and therefore warrant special attention and priority access to multi-disciplinary mental health care that is competent in meeting their complex care needs.
Position statement- Last updated: Dec 2021
- Published in Australia
- PS#59
- Current
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Clinical guideline
- Last updated: Nov 2021
- Published in Australia
- Current
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Perinatal mental health services
The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP) has developed this position statement to provide an overview of what is required to adequately provide perinatal mental health services to parents and their babies and families.
Position statement- Last updated: Oct 2021
- Published in Australia
- #PS57
- Current
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Partnering with people with a lived experience
This position statement has been co-produced by those with a lived experience of a mental health condition and psychiatrists.
Position statement- Last updated: Sep 2021
- Published in Australia
- Current
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Partnering with carers in mental healthcare
The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP) has developed this position statement to affirm the importance and value of respectful and cooperative partnerships between psychiatrists and carers.
Position statement- Last updated: Sep 2021
- Published in Australia
- PS#76
- Current
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Access and use of clinical information for medico-legal report writers in New Zealand
Medico-legal
PDF Clinical guideline
Clinical guideline- Last updated: Aug 2021
- Published in New Zealand
- PPG#17
- Current
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Recognising and addressing the mental health needs of the LGBTIQ+ population
Evidence shows that discrimination and marginalisation experienced by the LGBTIQ+ population increases their risk of developing mental health issues, and also creates barriers to accessing services.
Position statement- Last updated: Aug 2021
- Published in Australia
- PS#83
- Current
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Minimising and, where possible, eliminating the use of seclusion and restraint
The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP) is committed to the delivery of quality mental health services that seek to improve safe practice and promote optimal outcomes to those receiving care.
Position statement- Last updated: Aug 2021
- Published in Australia
- PS#61
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Recognising and addressing the mental health needs of people experiencing Gender Dysphoria
This position statement developed by the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP) provides an overview of Gender Dysphoria and highlights the importance of respecting an individual’s gender identity.
Position statement- Last updated: Aug 2021
- Published in Australia
- PS#103
- Current
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Psychotherapy conducted by psychiatrists
Psychotherapy is an evidence-based treatment essential to psychiatric practice.
Position statement- Last updated: Jun 2021
- Published in Australia
- PS#54
- Current
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Family violence and mental health
Family violence
This position statement describes the role of psychiatrists in supporting the mental health of those who have experienced, or who are experiencing, family violence and those who perpetrate family violence.
Position statement- Last updated: May 2021
- Published in Australia
- PS#102
- Current
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Whānau Ora
This statement affirms and strengthens the RANZCP's commitment to He Whakaputanga (Declaration of Independence) and Te Tiriti o Waitangi (Treaty of Waitangi) principles of tino rangatiratanga (self-determination), Māori health equity and meeting the needs of tangata whaiora.
Position statement- Last updated: May 2021
- Published in New Zealand
- PS#104
- Current
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Clinical guideline
- Last updated: Jan 2021
- Published in Australia
- Current
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International Guidelines Library
URL Clinical guideline
Clinical guideline- Last updated: Jan 2021
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Acknowledging the Stolen generations
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
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
- Current
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Suicide prevention – the role of psychiatry
The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP) is committed to supporting people in suicidal distress and working with governments and communities to prevent suicides.
Position statement- Last updated: Dec 2020
- Published in Australia
- PS#101
- Current
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Developing reports and conducting independent medical examinations in medico-legal settings
Medico-legal
PDF Clinical guideline
Clinical guideline- Last updated: Nov 2020
- Published in Australia
- PPG#11
- Current
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Trauma-informed 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
- Current
