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Mental Health Discrimination Costs the Nation: New Report Launched

Written by Brittany George | May 4, 2010 8:03:00 PM

A national report was launched in Brisbane revealing how Australia can reduce the cost-burden of mental ill health on the nation.
Currently, the cost of mental ill health is estimated at 3%- 4% of Australia’s GDP.

The report, ‘From Discrimination to Social Inclusion: a review of the anti- stigma initiatives in mental health,’ presents the evidence from international anti- stigma mental health campaigns; and outlines recommendations for a similar Australian initiative.

Get the report here