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  • Electronic monitoring of people utilising forensic mental health services

    Ethics, Forensic

    The RANZCP is concerned about the coercive use of electronic monitoring on forensic patients. 

    Position statement
    • Last updated: May 2018
    • Published in Australia
    • PS #95

  • Family violence and mental health

    Ethics, Family violence, Professionalism

    This position statement describes the role of psychiatrists in supporting the mental health of people who have experienced family violence.

    Position statement
    • Last updated: May 2021
    • Published in Australia
    • PS #102

  • The role of psychiatrists in working with Trans and Gender Diverse people

    LGBTIQ+

    This statement outlines the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP) position in working with Trans and Gender Diverse (TGD) people in Australia and New Zealand and the role of psychiatrists in responding to their mental health needs.

    Position statement
    • Last updated: Dec 2023
    • Published in Australia
    • PS #103

  • Involuntary mental health treatment in custody

    Culturally safe practice, Ethics, Seclusion and restraint

    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 impact of media and digital technology on children and adolescents

    Children & adolescents, E-mental health, Professionalism

    This position statement seeks to identify the many positive benefits of media and digital technology for children and adolescents, but also recognises areas of concern.

    Position statement
    • Last updated: May 2018
    • Published in Australia
    • PS #72

  • Mental health and HIV/AIDS

    Ethics, Professionalism

    People who have human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and/or acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) can have unique mental health needs both due to the infection itself and the experience of anxiety and depression that can be associated with the condition.

    Position statement
    • Last updated: Aug 2018
    • Published in Australia
    • PS #38

  • Mental health for the community

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

    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

  • Mental health legislation and psychiatrists: putting the principles into practice

    Mental health legislation, Professionalism

    Mental health acts define the circumstances where compulsory measures can be taken to treat a person where illness has impaired their capacity to direct their care. Mental health acts in Australia and New Zealand should reflect community expectations. 

    Position statement
    • Last updated: Apr 2017
    • Published in Australia
    • PS #92

  • Recognising and addressing the mental health needs of the LGBTIQ+ population

    Addressing health inequities, LGBTIQ+

    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

  • The mental health of veterans and defence force service members

    Addressing health inequities, Culturally safe practice, Ethics, Military and veterans, Professionalism

    The position statement outlines the necessary action to improve mental health outcomes for current defence force service members and veterans.

    Position statement
    • Last updated: Feb 2024
    • Published in Australia
    • PS #99

  • The provision of mental health services for asylum seekers and refugees

    Addressing health inequities, Asylum seekers and refugees

    The RANZCP is concerned about the inadequate provision of mental health services to asylum seekers and refugees, and calls for policy change to improve mental health outcomes.

    Position statement
    • Last updated: Mar 2024
    • Published in Australia
    • PS #46

  • Recognising and addressing the harmful mental health impacts of methamphetamine use

    Ethics, Illicit drugs, Professionalism

    Amphetamine-type substances can be associated with acute mental effects and result in long-term harm. Psychiatrists have a leadership role in coordinating approaches to methamphetamine use.

    Position statement
    • Last updated: Sep 2019
    • Published in Australia
    • PS #82

  • Minimising and, where possible, eliminating the use of seclusion and restraint

    Ethics, Professionalism, Seclusion and restraint

    The 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

  • Neurosurgery for mental disorders

    Historical practices, Professionalism

    Position Statement 29: Neurosurgery for mental disorders has been rescinded pending review.

    Position statement
    • Last updated: Oct 2009
    • Published in Australia
    • PS #29
    • Rescinded

  • Relationships between old age psychiatry and geriatric medicine

    Addressing health inequities, Collaborative care, Culturally safe practice, Ethics, Old age, Professionalism

    Old age psychiatry and geriatric medical services need to work closely together to ensure the best treatment and care of older people.

    Position statement
    • Last updated: Oct 2022
    • Published in Australia
    • PS #31

  • Specialist old age psychiatry workforce and training

    Old age, Professionalism, Workforce

    Old age psychiatry focuses on the mental health of older people. RANZCP and the Royal College of Psychiatry UK have agreed to cooperate on initiatives to increase the training and skills of its workforce. 

    Position statement
    • Last updated: Jul 2016
    • Published in Australia
    • PS #66

  • Pacific Mental Health in Aotearoa New Zealand

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

    The position statement identifies RANZCP’s commitment to improving Pacific mental health and providing effective health care that meets the specific cultural needs of Pacific populations.

    Position statement
    • Last updated: Jul 2022
    • Published in Aotearoa NZ
    • PS #108

  • Partnering with carers in mental healthcare

    Addressing health inequities, Collaborative care, Families, whānau & carers, Professionalism

    This position statement affirms the importance and value of respectful and cooperative partnerships between psychiatrists and carers.

    Position statement
    • Last updated: Sep 2021
    • Published in Australia
    • PS #76

  • Partnering with people with lived experience

    Asylum seekers and refugees, Collaborative care, Culturally safe practice, Professionalism

    This position statement has been co-produced by those with lived experience of a mental health condition and psychiatrists.

    Position statement
    • Last updated: Sep 2021
    • Published in Australia
    • PS #62

  • Patient–psychiatrist confidentiality: the issue of subpoenas

    Ethics, Medico-legal, Mental health legislation, Professionalism

    The use of subpoenas to access clinical records poses a risk to patient-psychiatrist confidentiality. Laws should be reformed to protect confidentiality in mental health care.

    Position statement
    • Last updated: Oct 2016
    • Published in Australia
    • PS #89