Health
‘The worst it’s ever been’: Guardian readers tell us about Australia’s mental health system – The Guardian
Waiting times, costs, access. Issues of supply and demand. A lack of ongoing support. Inequities in the system. This is a snapshot of the mental health system in…
Guardian Australia asked readers to share their experiences with the mental health system. In more than 700 responses we heard from those suffering from mental health issues, their families and friends, as well as the professionals working in the field, including GPs, psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers and policymakers.
A number of themes emerged from the replies, including waiting times, cost, the inadequacies of care and resources on offer and the impact of broader societal issues such…
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