For crisis support call Lifeline on 13 11 14, MH Call 1300 642 255 or in an emergency call 000
The Act commenced on March 5, 2017 and replaces the Mental Health Act 2000. The Mental Health Act 2016 strengthens patient rights and better aligns the legislation with clinical best practice.
The Mental Health Act 2016 sets out to:
The aims of the Act are to be achieved in a way that:
We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of country throughout Australia, their diversity, histories and knowledge and their continuing connections to land, waterways and culture. We pay our respect to all Australian Indigenous Peoples and their cultures, and to Elders of past, present and future generations.
We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of country throughout Australia, their diversity, histories and knowledge and their continuing connections to land, waterways and culture. We pay our respect to all Australian Indigenous Peoples and their cultures, and to Elders of past, present and future generations.
Brisbane North PHN wishes to acknowledge the experience and expertise of the My Mental Health Steering Committee, delegates of the Peer Participation in Mental Health Services (PPIMS) network and health professionals in developing the My Mental Health Website.
