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Kyle MacDonald

Kyle MacDonald is an experienced psychotherapist and regular co-host on the NewstalkZB mental health awareness show The Nutters Club.

We are your advocate, Aotearoa. Uncovering stories that matter, asking hard-hitting questions of those in power, live-blogging sport events, monitoring the highs and lows of the NZX and providing Premium expert opinion and analysis. Bringing you distinctive, quality journalism and breaking news from across New Zealand and around the world. With specialists working together to create indepth reads, engaging video, and unmissable podcasts.

Check out Kyle’s latest content
Kyle MacDonald: Why do people worry?
Opinion

Kyle MacDonald: Why do people worry?

10 Nov 07:58 AM
Eight tips for managing stress better
Opinion

Eight tips for managing stress better

02 Nov 07:56 PM

Do you wear your stress and "busy-ness" like a badge of honour? Psychotherapist Kyle MacDonald explains the problem with modern day stress and how to manage it.

When physical illness leads to depression
Opinion

When physical illness leads to depression

22 Sep 06:30 AM

Kyle MacDonald discusses the common occurrence of stroke victims in particular experiencing depression during their recovery.

The healing power of sharing your story
Opinion

The healing power of sharing your story

08 Sep 03:30 AM

This week, I decided to ask myself a question: "What is the People's Review of the Mental Health System, and why are you asking for

We're all racist according to research
Opinion

We're all racist according to research

31 Aug 08:03 PM

Research on unconscious bias suggests we are all more racist and xenophobic than we would like to admit, writes Kyle MacDonald.

Sexual assault: Why people don't fight back
Opinion

Sexual assault: Why people don't fight back

25 Aug 03:00 AM

You've likely heard of the "fight or flight" response, but there is one more very important "F" that keeps getting left out, writes Kyle MacDonald.

Donald Trump: Proof the idea of self esteem is flawed
Opinion

Donald Trump: Proof the idea of self esteem is flawed

11 Aug 06:30 AM

Despite his shortcomings, Donald Trump is unshakable in his confidence. And that tells you everything that is wrong with the idea of "self-esteem", writes Kyle MacDonald.

How to stop overthinking things
Opinion

How to stop overthinking things

03 Aug 11:00 PM

Does your mind feel like a runaway train of negative thoughts? Psychotherapist Kyle MacDonald explains how to quiet the mind and unplug.

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