722Disclosure, collection and use of information principle

722 Disclosure, collection and use of information principle

The disclosure, use or collection of personal information or health information about a person receiving mental health and wellbeing services should be directed at the following—

(a) enhancing the person's ability to access, understand and self-manage their information, and support their autonomy and empowerment;

(b) improving the person's experience of engaging with the mental health and wellbeing system;

(c) supporting the person to transition between services or care levels;

(d) supporting the provision of safe, integrated, high-quality treatment, care and support;

(e) if the circumstances are appropriate, through engagement and inclusion, supporting family, carers and supporters of the person to fulfil their role in relation to the person.

Note to s. 722 amended by No. 20/2023 s. 44.

See also section 31 for the limitation on the sharing of health information or personal information if there is a risk that a person may be subjected to family violence or other serious harm.