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Managing Gender Dysphoria in Young People – The National Association of Practising Psychiatrists Guide

Managing Gender Dysphoria in Young People – The National Association of Practising Psychiatrists Guide

by NAPP Executive | Jun 8, 2025 | Media Release, News

Gender dysphoria/incongruence in young people is a contested area of medical practice.  The National Association of Practising Psychiatrists (NAPP) Guide avoids political, social, religious and ideological positions. Updated version June 2025  Gender...
The New South Wales Public Mental Health Crisis

The New South Wales Public Mental Health Crisis

by NAPP Executive | Jun 5, 2025 | News, Resources

In thinking about the NSW public mental health crisis, one aspect that needs to be considered is the consequences of de-institutionalisation and ‘mainstreaming’. Please see below. Rebuilding Residential Psychiatric Care: Revisiting the Consequences of...
Long-term Psychodynamic Psychotherapy for Mood Disorders

Long-term Psychodynamic Psychotherapy for Mood Disorders

by NAPP Executive | Jan 20, 2025 | News

The RANZCP has just released the summary findings of the commissioned work on the role of long-term psychodynamic psychotherapy for mood disorders completed by the Anna Freud Centre in the UK.   “The key findings outlined below underscore the potential of LTPP...
The Australian Medical Board’s Proposals for Medical Examinations of Late Career Doctors

The Australian Medical Board’s Proposals for Medical Examinations of Late Career Doctors

by NAPP Executive | Sep 16, 2024 | News

Mandatory Medical Examinations for Doctors Aged 70: A Debate on Discrimination versus Safety By Dr Philip Morris In recent discussions about professional regulations, a contentious proposal has emerged from the Medical Board of Australia. This proposal suggests...
Addressing the Ailing State of Australian Mental Health Care 2024

Addressing the Ailing State of Australian Mental Health Care 2024

by NAPP Executive | Sep 16, 2024 | Media Release, News

Australia’s mental health care system is in crisis. Despite numerous national initiatives and a decade of reforms, reports from individuals, families, and support groups nationwide paint a grim picture of mental health care as a system in disarray. This crisis...
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