LONDON — Slashing mental health treatment waiting times could save the UK government up to £1 billion each year, according to new research from Lancaster University.
The study highlights a direct link between treatment delays and job loss, revealing that every additional month of waiting for mental health support increases an individual’s risk of unemployment by 2%. Researchers argue that faster access to care could substantially improve employment outcomes for those struggling with mental health issues.
According to the findings, around 300,000 people across the UK stand to benefit each year if treatment is delivered more promptly. The resulting reduction in job losses would not only support individual wellbeing but also yield significant savings in unemployment-related government spending.
The report underscores the economic and social case for addressing backlogs in mental health services, calling for urgent policy intervention to accelerate access to care.
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