The Economist published this interesting article ‘Out of the shadows: The stigma of mental illness is fading. But it will take time for sufferers to get the treatment they need.’
The table below shows that mental illnesses account for more disability, suffering, and premature death in rich countries than heart disease, strokes or cancer.
The fact that this is now the leading cause of disability should make advisers investigate contract terms which limit payment for mental illness and the way companies manage people with mental illness while on claim with an eye to selecting the best contract for client requirements.
