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Toward a national approach to information sharing in mental health crisis situations

This report outlines findings and recommendations relating to information sharing between police and mental health services. Particular consideration is given to ethical and legislative issues, an information/referral network, and joint service protocols.

PDF printable version of Toward a national approach to information sharing in mental health crisis situations (PDF 235 KB)

If you are having difficulty downloading the PDF document, please email mentalhealth@health.gov.au and we will arrange for a copy to be sent to you.

Page last reviewed: 19 March 2008

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