'Census figures for mental health are alarming and only a tip of the iceberg'

The 2021 Census results released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) indicate approximately one in 12 Australians has been diagnosed with a mental illness, with the rate for women and young people being higher. Ruchika Rawat, an allied health professional working in the public sector, said the figures are alarming and could even be higher because of underreporting, including by Indians.

(L-R) Victoria Multicultural Commission Deputy Chairperson Bwe Thay, Bijayendra Rawat, Ruchika Rawat, VMC Chairperson Vivienne Nguyen. Source: Supplied by Ruchika Rawat

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