Allianz unveils mental resilience program for disaster-hit communities

From 2026, the ABS plans to update the psychological distress indicator annually using an expanded General Social Survey. That will provide insurers, regulators, and policymakers with more frequent data on mental health trends by age group, sex, and remoteness category. These data sets are relevant for product design, pricing, and claims management in lines such as workers’ compensation, income protection and group life, as well as catastrophe and community risk planning. Persistent psychological distress can influence recovery durations, return-to-work outcomes, and demand for psychosocial support services after insured events.