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More people with mental health issues are receiving employment advice

The NHS talking therapies programme is increasingly linking individuals with mental health issues to employment advisers, aiming to facilitate their return to work. Recent data from NHS England indicates a 62% rise in people receiving employment advice, with 67,794 individuals accessing this support last year. Health and Social Care Secretary Wes Streeting emphasised the importance of the initiative, saying: “It is vital that patients can get the support they need, to improve their mental health and help them back to work.” Research shows that employment can alleviate symptoms of anxiety and depression.

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