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Remy Greasley & Sonia Sharma

DWP benefits you may be eligible for if you have a mental health condition - and how to apply

People with mental health conditions may be entitled to a number of benefits - here is more information about claiming the support.

The mental health charity Mind estimates that one in every four people will experience at least one mental health problem each year. For some, their mental health problems require a complete overhaul of daily life.

Even the more common mental health issues such as anxiety and depression - which all saw a sharp rise in cases during the pandemic - can seriously impede a person's ability to live and work. But there is help available and Citizens Advice has issued guidance on what shape this help may take, reports the Liverpool Echo. We have provided the details below.

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