Citation

Galloway A, Boland B, Williams G. BJPsych Bull 2018; 42(5): 200-205.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2018, Royal College of Psychiatrists)

DOI

10.1192/bjb.2018.43

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

Poverty is strongly associated with mental illness. Access to state benefits can be a lifeline for people with mental health problems in times of hardship and can assist them on their journey of recovery. However, benefit application processes can discriminate against those with mental illness and can result in individuals unjustly missing out on support. Clinical evidence from mental health professionals can ameliorate these challenges and ensure that people get access to financial help. © Royal College of Psychiatrists. All rights reserved.

Language: en

Keywords

human; suicide; poverty; mental disease; questionnaire; prescription; antidepressant agent; health care access; mental health service; health insurance; Article; mental health care personnel; social discrimination