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No one's been given money just for the sake of it, says Olympian cyclist Eddie Dawkins.
Students called out for lying about mental health to get work extensions
Students faking mental health issues have been called out by those with legitimate needs.
'Mental distress' biggest health issue as workplace anxiety, stress counselling climbs
'Counsellors had been a lifesaver for many people...'
Health Minister rules out drug law overhaul
Andrew Little says any major change would first have to go back to a referendum.
Opinion: Accusation of mental health censorship a shocking one
It's time to ditch commissions, new offices, working groups and expert panel discussions.
'It's shameful': David Seymour outraged maternal suicide video banned
'No matter how it may trigger me, it's too important not to be shown,' one woman said.
Wellington City councillor reveals stress, panic attacks and fear
"I didn't even know what was happening, I just started feeling a lot of pain in my chest."
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How Whanganui schools are promoting wellbeing
Building strengths for mental health during awareness week in Whanganui.
Warning to Kiwi parents after suicide posted on TikTok
"I don't know how even a bot wouldn't have picked that up, it shouldn't be online."
Suicide commentary unhelpful to Queenstown, says experts
Speculating links between suicide and the pandemic is damaging to mental health: experts.
$200,000 funding boost for Covid mental health services
Grants are through the Ministry of Health's Whai Ora, Whiti Ora Fund.
Bystander guides distressed woman back to shore
'I just kept her talking and held her hand.'
A young butcher spoke about his lockdown struggles. Now his family is mourning him
Green Family Butchers Ltd went into liquidation a week ago.
'No truth' to rumour suicide rates are up during lockdown
Rumour of a spike in deaths is "irresponsible and untrue", Mental Health Foundation says.
'Tip of the iceberg': Jump in porn and gaming addiction
Gaming and porn use during lockdown has been big, says specialist.
Mental health toolkit launched to help Kiwis through pandemic
"We want people to know that they are not alone, and many Kiwis will be feeling this way."
It's not just the lockdown, it's autumn
Slow down enjoy the sunshine while it lasts, the experts say.
10 tips to help your wellbeing during lockdown
Remember five key words: Connected, creative, giving, learning and active.
'You can get through this': The psychology of life under Covid-19 and how to cope
Even in a time of disruption and fear, there is hope.
Series of failures identified after mental health unit death
A grieving mother is considering a police complaint over her son's suicide death.
Gen anxiety: Millennials plead for help
One in five 26-year-olds sought mental health treatment in the past year.
Suicidal teen loses only support, DHB blames psychologist strikes
"I'm deeply concerned his mental health is going to deteriorate without it," mum says.
Editorial: Much riding on Govt's mental health response
EDITORIAL: Hopes a new commission will be first step in transformational change.
Mental health crisis: 'We're at a point where we need ... a clear plan of action'
There are big hopes for the Government's mental health inquiry response and the Budget.
'Devastating': Family mourns young Rhodes Scholar
Finn Lowery was a loving, genuine and talented man who courageously battled depression.
Editorial: Beat the back-to-work blues
EDITORIAL: If those blues won't go away, make sure you tell someone how you're feeling.
How a pink shirt inspired a stand against bullying
The Mental Health Foundation has received a $10,000 Christmas gift from Auckland Airport.
Kathmandu drops medication query for jobseekers
The company had asked candidates to list all prescribed drugs they take.
'Seven years of medicated hell': One in eight Kiwis prescribed antidepressants
Kiwi teacher shares her struggle as research reveals 1 in 8 Kiwis are prescribed the drug.
Mental Health Foundation speaks on 'upsetting' Ross comments
Up until today the Mental Health Foundation was quiet on the Jami-Lee Ross saga.