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Doctor X gives evidence in Kiwi's Samoan prison death inquest

Hans Dalton's responsible clinician will give evidence behind a shroud of anonymity.

Samoan Govt refuses to disclose evidence over Kiwi's death

An inmate was initially charged and convicted with the mentally ill Kiwi man's murder.

Failures in probe before Reiha McLelland's suicide

IPCA finds fault in police handling of teacher Sam Back's contact with 13-year-old girl.

Nichola's story: 'You'd never believe this would happen in NZ'

Nichola Smith says doctors believe she is making up symptoms despite her EDS diagnosis.

Life at stake: Doctor pleads case for desperate patient

Steph Aston has been diagnosed with a life-threatening disease - but she can't get help.

'Fighting for my life': Refused treatment for 'fake' sickness

Factitious disorder label damaging for Ehlers-Danlos syndrome patients who need treatment.

Where you're born influences the person you become

Some are taught they're in control of their happiness – which makes them more indulgent.

Mum hit rock bottom then ended up a fitness model

Justine Whitchurch's life spiralled out of control until she thought she was going to die.

Lizzie Marvelly: Mental health report huge wake-up call

COMMENT: Mental health system is broken and getting help relies on lucky roll of a dice.

What mental health in NZ could look like in 2030

A psychotherapist imagines NZ if new mental health recommendations were implemented.

Hosking: Nothing will come from another mental health inquiry

COMMENT: It's the same tired series of so-called experts saying the same old tired things.

Mike's Minute: Mental health inquiry a waste

Government told to get on with it on mental health

Health Minister says the Government will give a considered response to report.

Kyle MacDonald: Time to put people at heart of system

COMMENT: Time for Govt to deliver what we can truly call a People's Mental Health System.

'Worse than the road toll': Parents of Nicky Stevens call suicide target 'weak'

Family supports much of the thrust of the report but zero suicide target vital.

NZ faces a 'rising tide' of mental distress and addiction

Report charts a new direction for mental health and addiction services.

Government urged to act over mental health

Government plan for fresh approach the 'right thing to do', say mental health advocates.

Editorial: Mike King delivers message every student should hear

Former comic puts on another great show, this time talking to students about mental health