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Call to end solitary confinement
A researcher says solitary confinement makes people more likely to hurt others.
Matt Heath: Why I find it sad baby boomers pay for cuddles
COMMENT: If it costs $50 to get a cuddle, it is still worth it.
Deborah Hill Cone: Mental-health crisis needs new method
COMMENT: When is the #metoo revolution coming for mental illness?
Man's genius idea helps girlfriend's depression
A man has shared the sweet, simple way he tries to help his girlfriend with depression.
Does New Zealand need a Minister for Loneliness?
Does New Zealand need to follow the UK and appoint a "Minister for Loneliness"?
Editorial: Inquiry must tell us something new
EDITORIAL: Ron Paterson's panel is at risk of traversing well-known ground.
Checks missed before death of depressed dad
Inquiries are continuing into how Donald Morey, 71, died in the care of Waitemata DHB.
Hosking: Mental health inquiry a classic political stall
COMMENT: No inquiry will cure incompetence and bureaucratic unprofessionalism.
Hawkesby: Mental health affects every family
COMMENT: Even very young school children are being diagnosed with anxiety these days.
All on table for mental health probe
The Government has announced a wide-ranging inquiry into mental health issues
Father of a mentally unwell man welcomes Govt inquiry
The father of a mentally unwell man is supporting an inquiry into mental health.
Bill English comments on mental health inquiry
Bill English comments on the Government's inquiry into mental health.
Watch: 'Nothing off the table' in new mental health inquiry
A ministerial inquiry into mental health is part of the Government's 100-day plan
An unpleasant burning sensation
Employers need to look after employees mental health in the workplace.
'Invisible beast constantly clawing at your back'
One sign to look out for that loved ones may be struggling from depression.
All the lonely people: UK appoints minister to help
200,000 elderly haven't had a conversation with a friend or relative in more than a month.
Why you should let it go if you need to sneeze
Because one man has ruptured his throat while trying to stifle a nasal blast.
'The surprising way I quit drinking'
I'm not an alcoholic, but it was hard to quit drinking. Here's how Keri Wiginton did it.
'Employers need to watch workers' mental health'
A co worker was demoted when he asked for counselling after a relationship ended.
Feisty to the end: Jim Anderton's final days
Former MP Matt Robson says Jim Anderton "recognised a gigantic wrong" in NZ society.
'He was a beautiful boy, about to step into a great future'
Colby Harris was looking forward to Christmas, a new job and life farming when he died.
Gail Harris on the death of her son
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
Why you should try to get more sleep
Getting enough sleep should be one of your New Year's resolutions.
Why does stress affect men and women differently?
Why do men and women suffer stress differently? Brain researchers aim to solve the puzzle.
Living hell: Worse pain than giving birth
Chantelle Baxter was Australia's most influential woman, but now she's in a living hell.
Kyle MacDonald: The true spirit of Christmas
We all need to be prepared to give more and expect less.
How to make it easier to get up in the morning
Getting up in the morning can be really hard, here are some tips for a refreshing wake up.
Trespasser on tracks causing train delays
Police were called at 4.55pm to reports of a person on the train tracks.
Big Read: Synthetics addiction a fast track to death
The story of a synthetics addict has been revealed in a Coroner's findings this week.
Unions jump gun on pay equity announcement
The unions announced negotiations - but David Clark says none are confirmed.