Disability Due to Mental Illness
Berlin: According to the German Pension Insurance (DRV), the number of people receiving a pension due to mental illness has increased significantly in recent years. In 2022, around 525,000 people received an occupational disability pension due to mental illness—an increase of around 13% compared to 2018.
According to the DRV, the most common mental illnesses leading to occupational disability are depression, anxiety disorders, and schizophrenia.
The DRV emphasizes that mental illness is a serious condition that can significantly impair a person’s ability to work. “Mental illness is often associated with stigma and prejudice,” said DRV President Gundula Roßbach. “It is important to raise awareness and reduce barriers to participation in working life.”
The DRV offers various support services for people with mental illness who are unable to work. These include vocational rehabilitation, job placement assistance, and financial support.
Expert commentary:
“The increase in occupational disability due to mental illness is a worrying trend,” said Professor Ulrich Hegerl, director of the Department of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy at the University Hospital in Bonn. “Mental illness is often a complex condition that requires long-term treatment. It is important to ensure that people with mental illness have access to the support they need to recover and return to work.”
“The stigma associated with mental illness can make it difficult for people to seek help,” added Professor Hegerl. “It is important to raise awareness about mental illness and to reduce the barriers to treatment.”
Erwerbsunfähig wegen psychischer Erkrankung
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