Researchers have developed a two-minute questionnaire that can detect autism in toddlers.

COMMENT: People with depression use language differently – here's how to spot it.

A new mental health campaign to encourage children "to be comfortable in their own skin"

EDITORIAL: Royal Commission on historical abuse set up with modest ambitions.

Tarhlia Murray, James Kipa and their three kids are a modern gaming family.

Mother-of-two shares eight tips that helped her to overcome mental health troubles.

It's an old wives' tale that rare lunar events can impact our emotions. But is that true?

Kyle MacDonald on why New Zealand needs to take a step toward compassionate treatment.

EDITORIAL: Companionship, comfort and communication are basic human needs.

COMMENT: When is the #metoo revolution coming for mental illness?

COMMENT: If it costs $50 to get a cuddle, it is still worth it.

Labour heavy hitters co-host Auckland Pride Gala.

A man has shared the sweet, simple way he tries to help his girlfriend with depression.

Does New Zealand need to follow the UK and appoint a "Minister for Loneliness"?

EDITORIAL: Ron Paterson's panel is at risk of traversing well-known ground.

Inquiries are continuing into how Donald Morey, 71, died in the care of Waitemata DHB.

COMMENT: No inquiry will cure incompetence and bureaucratic unprofessionalism.

COMMENT: Even very young school children are being diagnosed with anxiety these days.

Bill English comments on the Government's inquiry into mental health.

A ministerial inquiry into mental health is part of the Government's 100-day plan

Employers need to look after employees mental health in the workplace.

One sign to look out for that loved ones may be struggling from depression.

200,000 elderly haven't had a conversation with a friend or relative in more than a month.

Because one man has ruptured his throat while trying to stifle a nasal blast.

I'm not an alcoholic, but it was hard to quit drinking. Here's how Keri Wiginton did it.

A co worker was demoted when he asked for counselling after a relationship ended.

Former MP Matt Robson says Jim Anderton "recognised a gigantic wrong" in NZ society.

Colby Harris was looking forward to Christmas, a new job and life farming when he died.

Gail Harris speaks to The New Zealand Herald about the death of her son and the need for mental health issues in the farming community to be discussed more openly. / Alan Gibson

An innocent habit has cost a teenage girl her life.