Survey finds mental disorders affect over 8 million Australians

Mental disorders account for the most commonly diagnosed illnesses in Australia, with more than 8 million Australians having experienced one at some point in time. It's the first time in more than a decade that the Australian Bureau of Statistics has released vital statistics about how many Australians are suffering from mental illnesses and how many are receiving help.

Australian women and young people are experiencing an increase in mental health disorders. Source: Getty

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