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Are cats good for our health?

Some cat owners say ‘providing for the cat’ increases their feelings of enjoyment.

Depression can affect sex drive. Here’s how to cope.

While some antidepressants affect libido, others can help restore sexual function.

Sports star's brain damage fix that NZ Rugby won’t allow to be made public

A letter from NZR tells a star ex-player he can't speak on any brain injury solutions.

Editorial: We must do more to help the 'missing middle' in mental health

OPINION: How much worse do things have to get before we address them?

How choosing solitude can free your mind and lift your mood

Being alone is not the same as being lonely.

Watch: 'Pricks' – Mike King posts expletive-laden rant after bike stolen during cycling tour

King has posted an image of the alleged thief online.

Why people in their 30s and 40s are experiencing increased memory problems

There's much more information and distractions coming in than ever before, expert says.

Mental illness raises the risk of severe Covid. The question is: Why?

New York Times: People with psychiatric conditions more likely to be hospitalised.

She had thoughts of harming her baby. To treat her, doctors kept them together

New York Times: The importance of specialised care for fragile new mothers.

'I was afraid I'd murder my daughter’: Kiwis reveal what's really like to have OCD

Many sufferers can go undiagnosed for years and treatment in NZ is limited.

Kiwi explains why he’s running Auckland Marathon blindfolded

The 28-year-old reveals the touching story behind his plan.

How All Blacks newbie, Movember are using golf to support men’s health

Harry Plummer has teamed up with Movember for the ‘Great NZ Tee Off’.

Fears for nurses' safety and inflation expected to fall | NZ Herald Update 16 October 2024

Fears for mental health nurses' safety as police step back and Stats NZ expected to announce fall in inflation. Video / NZ Herald / Getty

Mental health nurses still in the dark as police prepare to back away from distress callouts

The Nurses Organisation fears health services aren't equipped to take over.

Former Green MP Golriz Ghahraman files appeal after shoplifting conviction

She was convicted in June for a $9000 shoplifting spree.

Get the Lowe down on Sir Graham's 12 life principles

League legend Sir Graham Lowe unveils his coaching tips.