Serious Mental Illnesses: Schizophrenia Bipolar Disorder in Women

‘Although the prevalence of chronic psychotic illnesses such as Schizophrenia and Bipolar disorder in women may be less than that of Depression, Anxiety they pose an immense problem in management and rehabilitation.’
 - Mental health An Indian perspective 1946-2003’ by the Directorate General Health Services, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India

There are 65 million Indians with serious mental illnesses

...like Schizophrenia, Bipolar disorder, Major depression…’ states The National Commission on Macroeconomics and Health, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, New Delhi in August 2005.

This sub set population needs ongoing medical attention, treatment, care and rehabilitation otherwise it would grievously impact them... violating their Rights to Health, Life, Equality and Dignity, Rights which are guaranteed under the Constitution of India.