The study, which is one of the largest of its kind to date, analyzed anonymized data, and was conducted by ieso Digital Health Ltd in partnership with Dorset HealthCare University NHS Trust and York Health Economics Consortium (part of the University of York).
According to the study, shortening treatment and waiting times for mental health conditions from twelve months to three months, could reduce the financial burden on the NHS and improve treatment outcomes and therefore quality of lives for millions of people across the UK.
This could also mean a future annual saving of around £600 million on average for people with all levels of anxiety and depression severities, by helping the estimated nearly 7.1 million people currently in need, but are not accessing NHS Talking Therapies.
NHS Talking Therapies for anxiety and depression can help with common mental health problems, also including stress. They are effective and confidential treatments delivered by fully trained and accredited NHS practitioners.
Experts are advocating for swifter mental health treatment to reduce the financial strain on the National Health Service (NHS) and enhance patient outcomes. A recent article on News-Medical.net highlights the potential benefits of faster access to mental health care.
The article underscores the increasing demand for mental health services in the UK and the pressing need for quicker intervention. Lengthy waiting times and delayed treatment can exacerbate mental health conditions, leading to higher healthcare costs. The NHS can curtail long-term expenditures by prioritizing timely mental health care while promoting better patient outcomes.
Faster mental health treatment alleviates the emotional toll on individuals and reduces the strain on healthcare resources. Early intervention can prevent worsening conditions, leading to shorter hospital stays and decreased healthcare expenses.
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