Today is World Mental Health Day. This year’s theme is investment in mental health, so with this in mind, here are some benefits of investing in mental health :
A healthier populous. 1 in 4 people experience mental illness at any one time . That’s a quarter of the population. Just imagine if we could reduce this statistic.
It would reduce the stigma surrounding mental health and mental illness.
A better quality of life for people with mental illnesses and their families/friends.
Improved mood, self-awareness, coping strategies, self-esteem and relationships, for any individual with a mental illness.
Less people presenting in crisis due to earlier intervention.
A reduced suicide rate. Suicide is the biggest killer in men under the age of 45 here in the UK according to CALM.
Less working days missed due to mental illness. This would lead to a productivity boost.
More research into what interventions and medicines are effective in the treatment of mental illnesses.
It is cost effective, according to the World Health Organization (pages 18 & 19 ). Meaning that money invested would be returned back into society through cost savings.
Increase equality . Access to Healthcare is a Human Right, see my post The Human Rights Act (1998) Explained. The Human Rights Act (1998) was designed to increase equality.
I’m a strong advocate of increasing investment in mental health education and treatment.
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