ED Decision 2019/002/R
(a) Symptoms of concern may include but are not limited to:
(1) use of alcohol or other psychoactive substances;
(2) loss of interest/energy;
(3) eating and weight changes;
(4) sleeping problems;
(5) low mood and, if present, any suicidal thoughts;
(6) family history of psychiatric disorders, particularly suicide;
(7) anger, agitation or high mood; and
(8) depersonalisation or loss of control.
(b) The following aspects should be taken into consideration when conducting the mental health examination:
(1) Appearance;
(2) Attitude;
(3) Behaviour;
(4) Mood;
(5) Speech;
(6) Thoughts process and content;
(7) Perception;
(8) Cognition;
(9) Insight; and
(10) Judgement.