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Lake Alice Psychiatric Hospital makes apology to survivors of abuse
Apology from the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists.
Teen having psychotic episode fled from hospital hours before he died
Jak Seth's father told an inquest the 19-year-old was a “smart and intelligent kid”.
Welfare crackdown will directly impact vulnerable youth - advocate
'What these young people are going through is already traumatic,' advocates say.
School phone ban: The case for getting rid of the ‘distraction machine’
A US researcher explains why he thinks technology is driving a youth mental health crisis.
Waitangi Tribunal puts Government's plans to scrap Māori Health on hold
Waitangi Tribunal tells the Government to stop the Māori Health disestablishment.
Restocking of pseudoephedrine is in direct contradiction to advice of officials - Eketone
OPINION: This is the second time in three months I'm in the sick role.
2024 transformation
Kiwi personal trainer Samantha Bluemel's tips for how to build lasting habits for a longer life. Video / Corey Fleming
This is what it feels like to have ADHD (brace yourself)
Finding out I had the neurological condition helped to explain so much of my behaviour.
Devolving Māori health from government to community must come with a cautious approach
Devolving services to community is okay if they have ability to deliver.
The truth about forgetfulness
A psychology expert explains why forgetting things isn't always as bad as you may think.
Franz is taking recovery one step at a time - all along SH1
Franz Oliver Lindsay hopes to raise awareness of the perils of addictions.
Heartbreaking update on Beach Boy legend’s health
Just weeks after he lost his wife, the truth of Brian Wilson’s health can be revealed.
One day life was 'sweet'. The next, his 'head was gone' - Why he says the system's 'broken'
'Right now, unless you know where you’re looking it’s hard to find help.'
Man who went missing from care facility found
The patient was on escorted leave when he went missing.
Probe into gaps in government agencies' youth mental health service
'We saw no coherent system design or vision,' an inquiry found.
What does love do to your brain and body?
An expert explains the science behind those butterflies in your stomach.
Till dementia do us part: The heartbreak of putting a sick spouse into care
New York Times: Couples wrenched apart by illness face a confusing and painful transition.
'Hero phase': Mental health fallout from cyclone to be felt for years
'What is most important is to keep that strong sense of community.'
'I wish I wasn’t in this situation': OT foster mum following death of teen
Sonny Marks was 14 when he died on New Year's Day in 2019.
Child killer fights murder sentence, says meth addiction should have been considered
Two-year-old Nevaeh was found face-down in water with two large rocks on top of her.
'Serious concerns' over claim mental health worker paid addicted, bipolar patient for sex
Patient disclosed she was a sex worker, mental health staffer later made booking with her.
Mother identified as megachurch shooter, injured child confirmed as son
In addition to the 7-year-old, a man in his 50s was also injured in the shooting.
Train cancellations, mental health call-outs and rodent issues | Focus Morning Bulletin, February 13, 2024
Auckland Transport comes under fire over train cancellations, the fourth option that could be added to 111 calls and rodent issues continue to plague Woolworths supermarkets in the latest NZ Herald headlines. Video / NZ Herald / Getty
'I want answers:' Mother of teen who died in Oranga Tamariki care gives evidence
Ana Ransfield received the worst call possible - eight hours too late.
'This is a Kangaroo court': Psychologist saw ADHD clients despite being under supervision
Gunther van der Heijden didn't turn up for the HDPT hearing.
2024 Transformation: Nutrition 101
Personal trainer Samantha Bluemel's tips on how to make good dietary choices for long-term health. Video / NZHerald
Mental health option could be added to 111 calls
'It might be time for New Zealand to have a fourth option.'
Young woman who took her own life had asked to go to more secure care facility
She was found unresponsive in her bedroom at a mental health respite facility.
Toni Street reveals secret health crisis: 'Didn't know what I had until it was gone'
The Coast host wants to inspire others dealing with the same to know they're not alone.
Could so-called 'bad' emotions actually be useful?
Research suggests negative feelings can lead to better outcomes.
As a half caste teenager, I was caught in a dilemma - Sokratov
Boris Sokartov on the real essence of being a Māori man
Ex-Health NZ boss has advice for Reti: Just keep it simple, Shane
OPINION: Former Health NZ chair Rob Campbell has suggestions for the new Health Minister.