Resources
Australian Government response to contributing lives, thriving communities – review of mental health programmes and services
This fact sheet outlines the Australian Government response to the National Mental Health Commission’s Review of Mental Health Programmes and Services, Contributing lives, thriving communities.
The mental health of children and adolescents
This is the report from the second Australian Child and Adolescent Survey of Mental Health and Wellbeing. It reports on various mental health conditions among children and young people, as well as how they use services.
Better Access GP mental health treatment plan template
This document is a template of a mental health treatment plan. Doctors can use it when referring patients for treatment under the Better Access to Psychiatrists, Psychologists and General Practitioners through the MBS initiative.
National practice standards for the mental health workforce 2013
These standards outline capabilities that all mental health professionals should achieve in their work. They complement discipline-specific practice standards or competencies of the professions of nursing, occupational therapy, psychiatry, psychology and social work.
A national framework for recovery-oriented mental health services: policy and theory
This background paper is a summary of the research and policy that underpins Australia's national framework for recovery-oriented mental health services.
A national framework for recovery-oriented mental health services: guide for practitioners and providers
This document provides guidance to mental health practitioners and services on recovery-oriented practice and service delivery.
National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Plan 2013–2023
The National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Plan is an evidence-based policy framework. It guides policies and programmes that improve Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health.
Early intervention programs aimed at reducing youth suicide
Australian Government response to the House of Representatives Standing Committee on Health and Ageing’s report on the inquiry into early intervention programs aimed at reducing youth suicide
Mental health statement of rights and responsibilities 2012
This statement outlines the mental health rights and responsibilities of consumers, carers, support persons, service providers and the community.
Smoking and mental illness – a guide for health professionals
There are extra physical, psychological and social risks involved for those with a mental illness who want to quit smoking. Find out how you, as a health professional, can help them succeed.
Supporting someone with a mental illness to quit smoking
This fact sheet lists ways that you can support someone with a mental illness to quit smoking.
Mental health services
Australian Government response to the 2008 Senate Community Affairs Committee's inquiry into mental health services: Letter to Senator Claire Moore, Committee Chair
National Standards for Mental Health Services 2010 and implementation guidelines
The national standards outline mental health service standards that can be applied to all mental health services, including government, non-government and private sectors across Australia. The 3 implementation guidelines outline how the criteria of the standards apply to different settings.
The hidden toll – suicide in Australia
Australian Government response to the report: The hidden toll – suicide in Australia
The role of parents in children's active play
This Get Up & Grow brochure provides tips on helping your child be physically active, to help them grow up healthy and strong.
National Mental Health Policy 2008
The National Mental Health Policy represents a commitment by all health and mental health ministers to the continual improvement of Australia’s mental health system.
COVID-19 response update for mental health care practitioners – 8 April
This webinar on 8 April 2020 is part of a series to update mental health practitioners on the COVID-19 response. A panel of experts will answer participants’ questions.
COVID-19 response update for mental health care practitioners – 6 May
This webinar on 6 May 2020 is part of a series to update mental health practitioners on the COVID-19 response. A panel of experts will provide an update and answer participants’ questions.
COVID-19 response update for mental health care practitioners – 13 May
This webinar on 13 May 2020 is part of a series to update mental health practitioners on the COVID-19 response. A panel of experts will provide an update and answer participants’ questions.
COVID-19 response update for mental health care practitioners – 20 May
This webinar on 20 May 2020 is part of a series to update mental health practitioners on the COVID-19 response. The panel will be discussing the National Mental Health and Wellbeing Pandemic Response Plan, as well as answering questions from participants.
COVID-19 response update for GPs – 21 May
This webinar on 21 May 2020 is part of a series to update general practitioners on the COVID-19 response. The panel of experts will focus on mental health this week, as well as providing an update on the COVID-19 response and answering questions from participants.
COVID-19 response update for mental health care practitioners – 27 May
This webinar on 27 May 2020 is part of a series to update mental health practitioners on the COVID-19 response. Dr Ruth Vine, who was recently appointed Deputy Chief Medical Officer focusing on mental health, will join the panel. The panel will provide an update and answer participants’ questions.
COVID-19 response update for mental health care practitioners – 3 June 2020
This webinar on 3 June is part of a series to update mental health practitioners on the COVID-19 response. Dr Ruth Vine, Deputy Chief Medical Officer for Mental Health, will join the panel. The panel will provide key updates and answer participants’ questions.
COVID-19 response update for mental health care practitioners – 1 July 2020
This webinar on 1 July is part of a series to update mental health practitioners on the COVID-19 response. Dr Ruth Vine, Deputy Chief Medical Officer for Mental Health, will join the panel. The panel will provide key updates and answer participants’ questions.
COVID-19 response update for GPs – 16 July 2020
This webinar on 16 July is part of a series to update general practitioners on the COVID-19 response. The panel will provide key updates and answer participants’ questions. The discussion for this webinar will focus on managing mental health during the COVID-19 outbreak.
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