OCR flowchart to assist parents with determining when they can access mental health treatment information for minor children.
HIPAA
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996
OCR infographic illustrating when a mental health provider may choose not to share mental health information with the parent of a minor child.
OCR guidance for parents regarding the rights of parents and their children under HIPAA as children become adults.
OCR guidance issued informing patients when HIPAA may permit a healthcare provider to notify family, friends, or other caregivers about a patient's location and general condition.
OCR guidance explaining when HIPAA permits health and mental health providers to make decisions about communicating with a patient's family and friends based on their professional judgment about what is best for the patient.
Guidance issued by HHS explaining when a health care provider has a duty to notify family or law enforcement authorities if a provider believes that a patient may hurt themselves or others.