澳大利亚卫生部长因心理健康问题而削减了心理课程折扣. Australian Health Minister cuts psychology session rebates amid mental health concerns.

澳大利亚卫生部长马克·巴特勒(Mark Butler)因将每年接受医保的心理治疗从20次减少到10次而遭到批评,被认为不足以治疗大多数精神疾病。 Australian Health Minister Mark Butler has faced criticism for reducing Medicare-rebated psychology sessions from 20 to 10 per year, deemed insufficient for treating most mental health conditions. 生产力委员会估计,精神疾病对经济的影响每年为2 000亿至2 200亿美元。 The Productivity Commission estimates the economic impact of mental ill-health at $200-$220 billion annually. 尽管有一份报告显示“更好地获得机会”计划的有效性,但巴特勒的决定引起了对适当治疗和获得机会的关切,特别是对那些手段有限的人而言。 Despite a report showing the "Better Access" scheme's effectiveness, Butler's decision has raised concerns about adequate treatment and access, particularly for those with limited means. 专家们呼吁采取更加全面的办法,包括早期干预和根据严重性举行足够的退款会议。 Experts call for a more comprehensive approach, including early intervention and sufficient rebated sessions based on severity.