Applying the Social Determinants of Health in everyday practice: Lessons from the APS Congress
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InPsych
At the 2016 APS Congress held at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre from 13-16 September, the APS Public Interest team convened a forum to discuss and showcase the valuable application of a Social Determinants of Health (SDoH) approach in everyday psychological pra...
Published May 2017
Psychologists’ use of titles, qualifications and postnominals in professional communications
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InPsych
The APS receives regular queries from members about the correct way to refer to and list qualifications on business cards, and the proper use of postnominals (the letters listed after one's name) associated with APS membership.
With the advent of national registration and e...
Published Jun 2017
Applying a social determinants of health approach within psychology
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InPsych
It is well recognised that social determinants such as the circumstances in which people are born, their access to education and opportunities for employment, where they live, and experiences of discrimination have a significant impact on health and wellbeing (World Health Org...
Published Jun 2017
Psychologists’ client records: A summary of State and Territory requirements
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The Psychology Board of Australia Code of Conduct came into effect for all registered psychologists practicing in Australia on 1 Dec 2025. The following resource will be updated to align with the new Code of Conduct. This resource should be read in conjunction with the Code o...
Last reviewed Jan 2026
Things to consider when gaining informed consent from clients
In summary:
Consent as ongoing dialogue – Now a continuous, evolving process rather than a one-off form.
Digital transparency – Clients must understand data use, storage, AI tools and telehealth risks.
Complex contexts – Distinguish consent from assent; ensure ...
Last reviewed Oct 2025
Destruction of client files
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InPsych
Maintaining secure and confidential records is a cornerstone of psychological practice. Clients can feel comfortable to share information, with the knowledge and assurance that their psychologist upholds these principles of confidentiality and security. With recent news about ...
Published Nov 2022
Credentials and accurate representation
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There are regulatory and ethical requirements which guide the way in which psychologists should present their professional credentials and promote themselves to the public to ensure professional standards and no misperception of their particular areas of competence and experti...
Last reviewed May 2026
Taking adequate session notes
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The first ‘do’ is you must write session notes! Taking adequate session notes (or ‘progress notes’) is part of the important review and planning associated with providing an ongoing psychological service, and is one of the ethical obligations of psychologists.
Session notes...
Last reviewed Apr 2026
How to manage the end of a therapeutic relationship
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Ending therapy can trigger grief, anger, confusion, or attachment-related reactions in clients.
Responses may vary by attachment style: anxious clients may cling or protest, avoidant clients may withdraw, and trauma histories can intensify reactions.
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Last reviewed Aug 2025
Privacy Commissioner’s determination sees medical practitioner pay compensation to patient
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The Psychology Board of Australia Code of Conduct came into effect for all registered psychologists practicing in Australia on 1 Dec 2025. The following resource will be updated to align with the new Code of Conduct. This resource should be read in conjunction with the Code o...
Last reviewed Jan 2026