The term psychosocial disability refers to the impact of mental illness on the ability to participate fully in different aspects of life, such as in education, training, and social and cultural activities.
It is estimated that approximately 1.1 million people in Australia were experiencing a psychosocial disability in 2018.
Psychosocial disabilities may limit a person’s capacity to participate in various ways including:
Many people with a psychosocial disability also have one or more other disability such as a physical disability, sensory disability, or intellectual disability.
