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Accountability
Liability, answerability; a requirement to account for one’s actions, writings, expenditure, usually in the context of a position of responsibility one occupies. Acute inpatient units
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advocacy
The action of supporting another’s needs or rights. ALSO: A combination of individual and social actions designed to gain political commitment, policy support, social acceptance and systems support fo [..]
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Aetiology
All the factors that contribute to the development of an illness or disorder. Assessment (NS)
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At risk
Having a high potential to complete suicide. (In the context of this package). C CALD (Culturally and Linguistically Diverse) (AG)
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care
All services and interventions provided to a person with a mental disorder and/or mental health problem by health and other sectors, community organisation, family and carers. Care environment (NS)
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Carer
People close to (often living with) someone who lives with mental illness/distress. Includes ‘family carers’ and friends or allies who offer support in times of need. Many people ‘care about’ what is [..]
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community education
Usually takes the form of some kind of organised campaign to increase people’s awareness and understanding of a particular issue or set of issues. A campaign might include advertising in the media; di [..]
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Confidentiality
Privacy of certain information and how information is stored and used. Connectedness (AG)
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Continuity of care
The provision of barrier-free access to the necessary range of health care services, across hospital, community and other support services, over any given period of time with the level of support and [..]
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Cultural Diversity
Refers to the wide range of cultural groups that make up the Australian population and Australian communities. It includes groups and individuals who differ according to religion, race, or ethnicity. [..]
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