Approximately one in five adults are affected by mental illness every year; this includes people

who suffer from anxiety disorders, depression, substance abuse disorders and psychotic

illnesses such as schizophrenia, and personality disorders.  Anxiety and depression are

estimated to cost the Australian economy $3.3 billion annually.

Mental illness is not necessarily a lifelong illness and recovery can be very successful with early

intervention and the right treatment. For people suffering from mental illness, the key to leading

fulfilling lives in the community is receiving appropriate ongoing treatment and support. The

Rann Labor Government has failed these people.

The selling of land at Glenside for a film hub indicates that the Rann Labor Government is more

interested in movies than mental health. The Rann Labor Government has ignored the needs of

those who are most vulnerable in our community.

Support and facilities for people with mental illness has deteriorated considerably over the past