has increased, new processes for coordinationand collaboration have emerged. It is recognised that collaborative care can significantly improve patientoutcomes in the case of depression and anxiety, provided that good communication exists between thetreating health professionals [2].However, shared care agreements are not appropriate for all patients, and clinicians should use theirjudgement to determine their eligibility for such care. Some patients are better served by a singleclinician with the right composite of therapeutic skills.In 2013, the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists endorsed the Private MentalHealth Alliance Principles for Collaboration, Communication and Cooperation between Private MentalHealth Service Providers (the Principles). The Principles document acknowledges that while it would go‘some way to supporting referral and communication between providers of mental health services in theprivate sector’ there was more work required [3].The RANZCP Private Practitioners Network (PPN) Special Interest Group has identified a number ofemerging practice issues that carry the risk of fragmentation of care. Without a practical guide toimproving communication between the treating health professionals, there is a risk to the quality oftreatment and safety of patients, as well as increased liability for all clinicians.IntroductionThis practical guide for communication between clinicians is important given the number of mental healthservices provided in Australia in Table 1.Table 1: Number of MBS-subsidised mental health services provided, by provider type, 2006-07 to 2011-12[1]2006-07 2007-08 2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12Psychiatrists 1,986,533 1,949,702 1,967,222 1,983,481 2,009,411 2,058,777General practitioners 618,915 1,257,962 1,622,347 1,835,094 2,131,299 2,194,530Clinical psychologists 189,946 649,377 904,835 1,087,169 1,270,250 1,378,089Registered psychologists and other alliedhealth professionals478,956 1,323,166 1,734,728 2,082,807 2,337,592 2,302,879Professional Practice GuidelineBest practice referral, communication and shared carearrangements between psychiatrists, general practitioners andpsychologists

Interprofessional collaboration in health care is NOT useful in the treatment of the which of the following conditions:Group of answer choicesFamily and community healthAsthmaEpidemics and pandemicsCulinary sciences

An adult therapy group for depression and anxiety is currently in its 10th of 16 sessions. During this session, the group members markedly are participating more openly. They are supporting and challenging each other, utilizing the skills and strategies they were encouraged to utilize. The group worker is closely observing and chiming in with helpful prompts and affirmations.Sarah, who usually hesitates to share and has been dismissive about some of the therapeutic skills presented in the group, opened up about her recent struggles with self-esteem. She expressed, "I actually have been feeling better since we started, but sometimes I still hear that voice telling me I'm not good enough."John, a group member known for his insightful comments, responded, "Sarah, I can relate to that. I've been working on challenging those negative thoughts with positive affirmations, and it's slowly helping." (In previous sessions, Sarah was very dismissive to John's comments, mostly because she "doesn't trust white men" from previous negative experiences in her life; however, since then, they have grown to appreciate each other.)Maria, another member, nodded in agreement and added, "It's been helpful for me to write down my thoughts and see if they are realistic. Maybe you could try that too?"The therapist observed that the group was facilitating its own discussions and offering constructive feedback. Sarah, who had initially been skeptical about group therapy and these kind of tools, remarked, "I used to think those strategies were bogus, but seeing how they are helping you all, I'm willing to give it a shot."

An adult therapy group for depression and anxiety is currently in its 10th of 16 sessions. During this session, the group members markedly are participating more openly. They are supporting and challenging each other, utilizing the skills and strategies they were encouraged to utilize. The group worker is closely observing and chiming in with helpful prompts and affirmations.Sarah, who usually hesitates to share and has been dismissive about some of the therapeutic skills presented in the group, opened up about her recent struggles with self-esteem. She expressed, "I actually have been feeling better since we started, but sometimes I still hear that voice telling me I'm not good enough."John, a group member known for his insightful comments, responded, "Sarah, I can relate to that. I've been working on challenging those negative thoughts with positive affirmations, and it's slowly helping." (In previous sessions, Sarah was very dismissive to John's comments, mostly because she "doesn't trust white men" from previous negative experiences in her life; however, since then, they have grown to appreciate each other.)Maria, another member, nodded in agreement and added, "It's been helpful for me to write down my thoughts and see if they are realistic. Maybe you could try that too?"The therapist observed that the group was facilitating its own discussions and offering constructive feedback. Sarah, who had initially been skeptical about group therapy and these kind of tools, remarked, "I used to think those strategies were bogus, but seeing how they are helping you all, I'm willing to give it a shot."  What stage of development do you believe the group is in? A. Power and Control B. Differentiation C. Termination D. Intimacy

For questions x through x, please reference the following case vignette:An adult therapy group for depression and anxiety is currently in its 10th of 16 sessions. During this session, the group members markedly are participating more openly. They are supporting and challenging each other, utilizing the skills and strategies they were encouraged to utilize. The group worker is closely observing and chiming in with helpful prompts and affirmations.Sarah, who usually hesitates to share and has been dismissive about some of the therapeutic skills presented in the group, opened up about her recent struggles with self-esteem. She expressed, "I actually have been feeling better since we started, but sometimes I still hear that voice telling me I'm not good enough."John, a group member known for his insightful comments, responded, "Sarah, I can relate to that. I've been working on challenging those negative thoughts with positive affirmations, and it's slowly helping." (In previous sessions, Sarah was very dismissive to John's comments, mostly because she "doesn't trust white men" from previous negative experiences in her life; however, since then, they have grown to appreciate each other.)Maria, another member, nodded in agreement and added, "It's been helpful for me to write down my thoughts and see if they are realistic. Maybe you could try that too?"The therapist observed that the group was facilitating its own discussions and offering constructive feedback. Sarah, who had initially been skeptical about group therapy and these kind of tools, remarked, "I used to think those strategies were bogus, but seeing how they are helping you all, I'm willing to give it a shot."  What stage of development do you believe the group is in? A. Power and Control B. Differentiation C. Termination D. Intimacy

Discuss, in your words, the role of collaboration within education and care. In your discussion, include the benefits of collaboration. (Minimum of 120 words)