Stories & News
“How are you today?” with Jazz Thornton
Jazz Thornton has become an advocate for young people who are trying to get help in a system that she believes is failing them. She speaks about 'resilience isn't something we learn in the middle of a global pandemic. Hear her story...
Rising anxiety from COVID fuels lift in boxing gym referrals
"When these people come into the gym, its about connection", Victory Boxing's Paul Hampton said. Read more...
Taranaki man launches world’s largest database of mental health helplines
A new Kiwi-made charity has launched in partnership with short form video app Tik Tok to help promote mental health and connect users quickly with wellbeing resources.
Driving trucks offers freedom
Long hours driving trucks offers freedom, but also brings mental health worries. Read more here.
Former National leader Todd Muller opens up about panic attacks
The Bay of Plenty MP talks about the issues that led to him resigning from his role as the head of the opposition - in a bid to encourage others to speak up about mental health.
Mental Health Awareness Week
21-27 September 2020 celebrates Mental Health Awareness Week. Get together with friends, whanau and colleagues and Reimagine Wellbeing Together. To learn more, please visit www.mhaw.nz
World Maternal Mental Health Day
Wednesday, 6th of May 2020 is World Maternal Mental Health Day. Pregnancy and the challenges of the first year of a baby’s life represent a significant period of transition in the life of women, which will have a major impact on her life, and that of her partner and...
Simon – A story in time
Peer support and mental health I first met Simon back in July 2018 at Walsh Trust along with his social worker for the purpose of an initial orientation meeting, I had been a peer support worker for just over a month. I remember Simon being very anxious and visibly...
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