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Spike In Serious Eating Disorders During Pandemic
Tue, 2 Jul 2024 11:48:25 +1200 | Auckland University
Hospital admissions for eating disorders went up by 50 percent during Covid-19 pandemic lockdowns. More >>
Business Owners Increasingly Facing Mental Health Struggles
Mon, 1 Jul 2024 12:33:08 +1200 | RNZ
A recent survey shows a third of small-to-medium-sized business owners are facing anxiety and depression. More >>
What Is 'Loss-Reactive Shoplifting', Cited In Golriz Ghahraman's Court Case?
Sun, 30 Jun 2024 14:52:43 +1200 | RNZ
Former Green MP Golriz Ghahraman's lawyer says 'loss-reactive shoplifting' caused her to take nearly $9000 worth of clothes. But what does this term mean? More >>
Farmer's Fight With Depression Like 'Those Slow Fogs That Creep In Over The Valley'
Sat, 29 Jun 2024 14:17:09 +1200 | RNZ
Tyler Langford says watching her husband succumb to mental illness was like watching him "disappear before your eyes". More >>
'Just Shame, Shame,' - Former MP Golriz Ghahraman Speaks In First Interview
Fri, 28 Jun 2024 17:14:10 +1200 | RNZ
In her first in-depth interview after her arrest for shoplifting, she tells John Campbell it was an act of "self-sabotage." More >>
Justice Mander And Three Strikes
Fri, 28 Jun 2024 08:52:05 +1200 | Peter Dunne
Justice Mander effectively bypassed the jury’s decision that Dickason was guilty of the murder of her three infant daughters, with his comment that ““I am satisfied that your actions were the product of your mental disorder. I consider your severe ...More >>
Directory Launched For Those Supporting Neurodiversity
Tue, 25 Jun 2024 13:39:59 +1200 | SociaLink
SociaLink and Spectrum Collective Takiwātanga have launched a map and directory for those in the social, health or education sector managing neurodiverse clients. More >>
How To Discuss Your Kids’ Setbacks? University Study Investigates
Tue, 25 Jun 2024 13:00:36 +1200 | Auckland University
A University of Auckland-led study investigated links between how parents discuss setbacks with their children and the children’s fear of making mistakes. More >>
Eczema Patients Struggle With Life Restricting Physical And Mental Impacts, New Survey Finds
Tue, 25 Jun 2024 09:31:02 +1200 | AbbVie
New Zealanders with eczema are caught in a relentless pursuit of relief from the life restricting physical symptoms, leading to frustration and a diminished quality of life, a new survey has found.More >>
Sir John Kirwan Gives Wellbeing Advice To Veterinary Professionals
Mon, 24 Jun 2024 18:48:41 +1200 | New Zealand Veterinary Association
Whether it’s surfing, knitting, playing the guitar, cooking or reading - having a mental health plan, and sticking to it, is essential to build a lasting strategy that will help with stress and anxiety.More >>
Want To Buy Your Child Anxiety? Get Them A Smartphone
Mon, 24 Jun 2024 09:29:38 +1200 | Maxim Institute
By Madeleine Smith, Maxim Institute Would you give your child a substance that you knew was going to cause them harm? The answer from any parent would be a resounding, ‘No!’ Yet nowadays, even children as young as 11 have access to supercomputers ...More >>
New Zealand’s Latest Health Survey Reveals Alarming Decline In Youth Well-being
Thu, 20 Jun 2024 16:33:47 +1200 | I am Hope
The survey, which covers the period from 2021 to 2023, highlights a significant increase in anxiety and depression among those aged 15-24 since 2016/17. More >>
‘Duvet Days’ Not The Answer To Mental Health Issues, ANZ Small Businesses Say
Thu, 20 Jun 2024 14:24:11 +1200 | Peninsula Employsure
Employees working for SMEs in Australia and New Zealand aren’t likely to get mental health days in addition to their existing personal leave entitlements any time soon, according to a new survey from HR specialist and employment relations firm Peninsula ...More >>
'I'm Sick Of It' - Rising Sports Star Mea Motu Calls Time On Domestic Violence
Tue, 18 Jun 2024 17:29:36 +1200 | RNZ
In the latest episode of 30 With Guyon Espiner, boxer Mea Motu opens up about her abusive relationship and how her kids saved her life - more than once. More >>
Boosting Mental Health: Exercise Proves A Powerful Mental Health Tool
Tue, 18 Jun 2024 09:46:31 +1200 | ExcerciseNZ
National statistics reveal that one in eight men will experience depression and one in five will face anxiety at some point in their lives, making it more critical than ever to address these issues. Alarmingly, suicide is the second leading cause of ...More >>
Bullying Can Lead To Corruption Which Affects NZInc - It Wasn't Fixed By Labour, Can The New Coalition Do Better?
Mon, 17 Jun 2024 19:06:58 +1200 | CultureShiftNZ
It's time to look at how the NZ Government can step up to help change the culture in NZ to not only support workers, but to help provide a more productive economy through its most important assets and that is people in the workplace.More >>
$400,000 Available To Rainbow Communities In 2024 Annual Round Of The Rainbow Wellbeing Legacy Fund
Mon, 17 Jun 2024 13:24:50 +1200 | Rule Foundation
The 2024 round of the Rainbow Wellbeing Legacy Fund (RWLF), will see up to $400,000 in grants being distributed to projects, activities and organisations that work to improve mental health outcomes for the rainbow community.More >>
'Become Comfortable' To 'Explore Emotions' - Putting The 'Men' In Mental Health
Sat, 15 Jun 2024 13:57:53 +1200 | RNZ
Aucklander Dietrich Soakai grew up in spaces where men rarely talked about their emotions. He believes it's crucial for men to prioritise their mental health. More >>
Pacific Research Focuses On Finding The Right Balance
Fri, 14 Jun 2024 09:09:17 +1200 | Auckland University
Asetoa Sam Pilisi’s research focuses on the cost of Pacific people serving their community. The Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland doctoral candidate is exploring Pacific self-care and burnout. More than 1100 participated in a survey ...More >>
Te Wiki Hauora Tāne – Men’s Health Week
Thu, 13 Jun 2024 11:04:53 +1200 | Ngati Kahungunu Iwi Inc
This whakataukī talks about being alert, being on guard and being ready to respond. This is a timely reminder for us as tāne/ males to get our annual health check or warrant of fitness.More >>
