Washington D.C.’s National Council Publishes Report Revealing Cost of Veterans’ Unmet Mental Health Needs

New Products & Services Every dollar invested in evidence-based care for Iraq and Afghanistan veterans with untreated mental health disorders results in $2.50 in savings over two years, according to a new report released today by the National Council for Behavioral Health (National Council). The report finds that if all 210,000 untreated veterans with PTSD and/or major depression received appropriate treatment, the $481 million investment would result in more than $1.2 billion in cost savings. To meet the unmet mental health needs of veterans, the report suggests expanding the role and funding of the nation . . .