Beating the Blues (Mental Health) Template

This is a dictation template to provide a reminder of the information required to complete the referral. The fields in red are mandatory and must be completed on the referral protocol.

Presenting Complaint

Main Presenting Complaint: [Beating the Blues Referral]

Has this been discussed with the patient:

  • Yes
  • No

If not discussed, please give explanation. (See Guidelines for contact details): [Text]

Date of Onset: [Date]

Priority: [Routine]

Is the patient currently taking anti-depressants:

  • Yes
  • No

Please indicate the persons education level:

  • Primary
  • Secondary
  • Higher and/or University
  • Other

Preferred method of communication:

  • Email
  • Phone or Text
  • Letter

Please provide details if not complete:

Mobile phone number: [Text]

Email Address: [Text]


Beating the Blues Guideline