Learn about patient rights under the Mental Health Act 2016
The Mental Health Act 2016 provides a legislative framework for the treatment and care of persons with a mental illness without their consent. In recognition of this, the Mental Health Act 2016 contains extensive safeguards for the treatment and care of patients, including provisions which ensure the protection of patient rights.
Read the Patient rights (PDF 152 kB) fact sheet to learn more.
Guide to patient rights
The guide to patient rights sets out the provisions for the protection of patient rights at authorised mental health services. All mental health service staff should be familiar with the patient rights outlined in the guide.
Read the Guide to patient rights
Information for patients
If you're getting treatment or care under the Mental Health Act 2016, you can find advice and support about your rights as a patient on the Queensland Government website.
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Independent Patient Rights Adviser policy and guidelines
Read the Chief Psychiatrist policy for Independent Patient Rights Advisers (IPRAs) and the service model guidelines.
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Contact list for Independent Patient Rights Advisers
Authorised mental health services or patients can contact their local Independent Patient Rights Adviser for advice and help.
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Support persons and nominated support persons
The Mental Health Act 2016 sets out the rights of patients to have a support person. Learn about the role of support persons and find out how to appoint a nominated support person.
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Patient rights fact sheets, brochures and videos
Download factsheets, brochures and resources for patients about their rights and responsibilities under the Mental Health Act 2016, including the statement of rights.