Brisbane Times ·general ·6 hours ago

Mental health becomes a financial battleground as insurance premiums soar

Insurance premiums for personal risk policies in Australia are surging due to a spike in mental health claims, with some premiums rising by 40 percent. The Council of Australian Life Insurers reported mental ill-health as the leading cause for claims among younger Australians, reflecting a growing crisis in mental health and increasing pressure on insurance systems.

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