Clinical guidelines & publications library
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Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation (tDCS)
Electroconvulsive therapy & neurostimulation, Ethics, Professionalism
This memorandum is for psychiatrists who are interested in using transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) as a treatment for psychiatric disorders. PDF Clinical guideline
Clinical guideline- Last updated: Jul 2022
- Published in Australia
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Implementing alternatives to coercion
Culturally safe practice, Ethics, Professionalism, Seclusion and restraint
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
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Opioid policy - improving management of chronic non-malignant pain
Culturally safe practice, Ethics, Opioids, Professionalism
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
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Pain Management (Acute): Scientific Evidence 5th edition
Culturally safe practice, Ethics, Pain management, Professionalism
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
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Pharmacogenetics in healthcare
Culturally safe practice, Ethics, Genetic testing, Professionalism
The RANZCP has endorsed the following resources produced by the Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia. URL Clinical guideline
Clinical guideline- Last updated: Oct 2024
- Published in Australia
- Endorsed external guidance
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Assessment and management of behaviours and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD)
Addressing health inequity, Dementia, Ethics, Professionalism
A handbook produced by NSW Health. URL Clinical guideline
Clinical guideline- Last updated: Dec 2022
- Published in NSW
- External endorsed guidance
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Ethics and conduct
- Last updated: May 2013
- Published in Australia
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Guidance for psychiatrists working in Australian immigration detention centres
Addressing health inequity, Asylum seekers and refugees, Ethics, Professionalism
This guideline was rescinded in April 2024. PDF Clinical guideline
Clinical guideline- Last updated: Feb 2016
- Published in Australia
- PPG #12
- Rescinded
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Therapeutic use of MDMA for PTSD and psilocybin for treatment resistant depression
Ethics, Professionalism, Psychedelics
Information for psychiatrists about psychedelic-assisted therapy with MDMA and psilocybin. PDF Clinical guideline
Clinical guideline- Last updated: Jun 2023
- Published in Australia
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The role of the child and adolescent psychiatrist
Addressing health inequity, Children & adolescents, Ethics, Professionalism
Guidance about the role of child and adolescent psychiatrists, and how they can best meet the mental health needs of young people and their families. PDF Clinical guideline
Clinical guideline- Last updated: Nov 2018
- Published in Australia
- PPG #15
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Information sharing with families, whānau and carers
Addressing health inequity, Culturally safe practice, Ethics, Families, whānau & carers
How psychiatrists can work effectively with carers to establish and maintain relationships with mental health services and staff. PDF Clinical guideline
Clinical guideline- Last updated: Dec 2021
- Published in Australia
- PPG #20
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The economic cost of serious mental illness and comorbidities in Australia and New Zealand
Culturally safe practice, Ethics, Physical health, Professionalism
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
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Firearm risk assessments
Addressing health inequity, Ethics, Professionalism
Guidance for psychiatrists in assessing the risk posed by a person's access to firearms.
Clinical guideline- Last updated: Sep 2023
- Published in Australia
- PPG #23
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Draft Statement on ‘Treating yourself and those close to you’
Doctor's health, Ethics, Health service standards
RANZCP NZ Submission to Te Kaunihera Rata o Aotearoa/Medical Council of New Zealand on Consultation for Draft Statement on ‘Treating yourself and those close to you’
Submission- Last updated: May 2024
- Published in New Zealand
- 02NZ
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Review of End of Life Choice Act 2019
Ethics, Mental health legislation, Professionalism
RANZCP NZ Submission to Manatū Hauora│Ministry of Health regarding the Review of End of Life Choice Act 2019
Submission- Last updated: Aug 2024
- Published in New Zealand
- 15NZ
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Schizophrenia CPG and associated resources
Ethics, Professionalism, Schizophrenia
Guidance addressing all aspects of the care of people with schizophrenia and related disorders. Includes correct diagnosis, symptom relief and recovery of social function.
PDF Clinical guidelineClinical guideline- Last updated: Apr 2016
- Published in Australia
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Electroconvulsive therapy professional practice guideline
Electroconvulsive therapy & neurostimulation, Ethics, Professionalism
Key practice considerations are the combination of dosing, electrode placement, pulse width, session frequency, concomitant medication and anaesthetic approach. PDF Clinical guideline
Clinical guideline- Last updated: Apr 2019
- Published in Australia
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Mood disorders clinical practice guideline
Ethics, Mood disorders, Professionalism
Guidance on the clinical management of depressive and bipolar disorders, specifically focusing on diagnosis and treatment strategies. PDF Clinical guideline
Clinical guideline- Last updated: Feb 2020
- Published in Australia
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Child sexual abuse
Children & adolescents, Culturally safe practice, Ethics, Professionalism, Trauma
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
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Mental health for the community
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