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Forensic psychiatry and mental health in Australia: an overview

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  07 October 2019

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Andrew Ellis*
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School of Psychiatry, Faculty of Medicine, University of New South Wales, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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*Address correspondence to: Andrew Ellis, BMed, MA, MSc, FRANZCP, Post Office Box 150 Matraville, NSW 2036, Australia. (Email: draellis@mac.com)
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Abstract

This article reviews the development of forensic psychiatry and mental health services in Australia for the international reader. It covers the legacy of a series of colonial systems that have contributed to a modern health service that interacts with justice systems. The development of relevant legislation, hospitals, prison services, community, and courts services is reviewed. The training and academic development of professionals is covered. Gaps in service delivery and future directions are considered.

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Forensicpsychiatrymental healthAustraliaservices

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CNS Spectrums , Volume 25 , Issue 2 , April 2020 , pp. 119 - 121
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© Cambridge University Press 2019

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