No, General Practitioners (GPs) generally can't tell parents about a minor's visit without consent, prioritizing confidentiality, but they must break it if there's a serious risk of harm to the child or others, or if required by law; for children under 14, parents usually see Medicare records, so talking to the GP about privacy is key.
Will my doctors tell my parents about my appointments? If you ask for your visit to be confidential, your doctor can't share any information about your care with parents or guardians in most situations. You can talk to your doctor about anything, too.
Generally: if you are over 16 years old, you can consent to medical treatment without your parents or guardians; if you are over 14 years old, you may consent to your own medical treatment as long as you fully understand the medical procedure or treatment, and any risks or consequences.
Everything discussed between you and your doctor is confidential. I would start by going to the student health care center and they can refer you to someone. If you are 18 or older, the only way your parents would find out about your private health information is if YOU told them. No one else can or will tell them.
The age by which you have automatic confidentiality rights is: 14 years and over in the Northern Territory. 16 and over in New South Wales and South Australia. 18 and over everywhere else in Australia.
You should ask for a patient's consent to disclose information for the protection of others unless the information is required by law or it is not safe, appropriate or practicable to do so (see paragraph 14), or the information is required by law. You should consider any reasons given for refusal.
There are three exceptions where confidentiality might be waived without a consent: 1) client is an immediate danger to self or others (i.e. suicide or homicide); 2) there is suspected child or elder abuse, neglect or maltreatment; 3) in legal cases, information may be subpoenaed by the court.
This is called doctor and nurse patient confidentiality. All doctors and nurses are legally bound by it. This means that doctors and nurses will keep your information private. They won't share what you say with your parents or anyone else unless in specific circumstances.
In Australia, there is no legal age at which a child can be left home alone; parental judgment is relied upon.
But the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) and the American Cancer Society (ACS) now advise all women to have their first screening at age 21, no matter when they start having sex.
A GP will ask you about your mental health symptoms and maybe your physical health. GPs can offer you talking therapy services and medication, and other treatment and advice. GPs can refer you to others like specialist NHS mental health services, a link worker or a drugs and alcohol team.
It's normal to feel embarrassed or uncomfortable when discussing personal or sensitive topics with your doctor. However, it's important to remember that they are there to help you and have likely heard similar concerns from other patients.
There is no one law in Australia that says what is the legal age to babysit. Parents must use their judgement about what is reasonable when choosing a babysitter.
When you are 16 years old you usually have the right to leave home and your parents, carers or anyone else you live with cannot stop you.
There is no legal age for when you can leave home. This may be more difficult if you are under 18 years of age and there is a: Court Order which says who you must live with or; if you are on a Child Protection Order.
Your health information will only be shared with a parent, guardian, other family members, friends, or partner if you tell the doctor or health worker that they are your carer or person to contact, or you provide your permission in another way.
Doctors usually can't tell if someone has been masturbating (touching or rubbing their genitals because they like the way it feels).
Your mother's communication with her doctor is legally protected. Her doctor will not be able to speak with you concerning her condition. This does not mean that he cannot receive information concerning her condition from you, however.
Because therapy is such a personal thing, what you tell a therapist must remain confidential. This includes things like affairs, past crimes, and "bad behavior" that isn't necessarily criminal behavior. You can talk to a therapist about how you were abused in the past, and they will not share that information.
Dos of confidentiality
Sexual Relationships
It is never okay for a therapist to engage in a sexual relationship with a client. Not only do sexual relationships impair the professional performance, but they can also have dire emotional and psychological consequences.
A practice cannot refuse you unless it has reasonable grounds for doing so. These must not relate to race, gender, social class, age, religion, sexual orientation, appearance, disability or a medical condition. It must also give you reasons for its decision in writing.
if the doctor is required to release information by law either prior to a court hearing, or when required to attend court under a subpoena to give evidence, or. if the laws related to mandatory reporting of suspected child abuse or neglect require disclosure, see CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE, Child Protection, or.
Reception staff, like their clinical colleagues, are bound by confidentiality rules: Any information given by you is treated as strictly confidential. The practice would take any breach of confidentiality very seriously and deal with accordingly.
7 and under – Should never be left alone for an extended time. This includes leaving children alone in automobiles, playgrounds, and backyards. 8 to 10 years – Should not be left alone for more than 1 or 2 hours and only be left alone during daytime and early evening hours.