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  • Addressing the mental health impacts of natural disasters and climate change-related weather events

    Culturally safe practice, Natural disasters & emergencies, Professionalism

    Natural disasters and weather events can lead to a wide range of health effects, including mental health problems. Psychiatrists have important roles in disaster planning and response.

    Position statement
    • Last updated: Jan 2020
    • Published in Australia
    • PS #35

  • Psychiatry services for older people

    Old age, Professionalism

    The RANZCP recognises the importance of a holistic, age and culturally appropriate approach to addressing mental illness in older people, informed by the principles of recovery, independence, dignity and quality of life.

    Position statement
    • Last updated: Nov 2019
    • Published in Australia
    • PS #22

  • Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)

    Electroconvulsive therapy & neurostimulation, Ethics

    Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is a highly effective treatment with a strong evidence base, particularly for the treatment of severe depressive disorders.

    Position statement
    • Last updated: Oct 2019
    • Published in Australia
    • PS #74

  • 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

  • Sexual orientation change efforts

    Ethics, Historical practices, Professionalism

    The RANZCP does not support the use of sexual orientation change efforts of any kind. There is no scientific evidence that sexual orientation can be changed. Sexual orientation change efforts risk causing significant harm to individuals.

    Position statement
    • Last updated: Mar 2019
    • Published in Australia
    • PS #60

  • Mental health needs of child asylum seekers and refugees

    Asylum seekers and refugees, Children & adolescents

    This guideline was rescinded in April 2024.

    Position statement
    • Last updated: Nov 2018
    • Published in Australia
    • PS #52
    • Rescinded

  • Abolition of torture and other inhuman treatment

    Ethics, Professionalism, Trauma

    Our commitment to the abolition of torture, and to researching and providing effective, evidence-based rehabilitative and therapeutic treatments to survivors.

    Position statement
    • Last updated: Nov 2018
    • Published in Australia
    • PS #32

  • Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation

    Electroconvulsive therapy & neurostimulation, Professionalism

    Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (rTMS) is an effective treatment for major depressive disorders. It involves the focal application of a localised, pulsed magnetic field to the cerebral cortex, inducing small electrical currents which stimulate nerve cells.

    Position statement
    • Last updated: Nov 2018
    • Published in Australia
    • PS #79

  • 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

  • The relevance of religion and spirituality to psychiatric practice

    Collaborative care, Ethics

    This position statement provides guidance to psychiatrists on how consideration of religion and/or spirituality can improve outcomes for people living with mental illness.

    Position statement
    • Last updated: Jun 2018
    • Published in Australia
    • PS #96

  • Enabling supported decision making

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

    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

  • 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

  • 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 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

  • Public insurance schemes: advocating for mental injury claimants

    Insurance

    Aspects of personal injury and workers compensation schemes impose disadvantages on people with mental injuries, delaying recovery and compounding suffering.

    Position statement
    • Last updated: Dec 2017
    • Published in Australia
    • PS #94

  • 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

  • Private health insurance policies for psychiatric care in Australia

    Insurance, Professionalism

    Position Statement 91: Private health insurance policies for psychiatric care in Australia has been rescinded pending further review.

    Position statement
    • Last updated: May 2017
    • Published in Australia
    • PS #91
    • Rescinded

  • 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

  • Psychiatrists, online presence and social media

    E-mental health, Ethics, Professionalism

    Psychiatrists who use social media should do so in a professional manner and refrain from comments they would not make in a personal or professional capacity.

    Position statement
    • Last updated: Nov 2016
    • Published in Australia
    • PS #75

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

    Collaborative care, Culturally safe practice, Professionalism

    Many people, including doctors and other health professionals, experience mental health problems at some point in their lives. The RANZCP acknowledges the contribution of psychiatrists with personal experience of mental illness.

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