Great Minds: Time for a change
Hamish and Kyle discuss change and resilience during COVID. Video / NZ Herald
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Hamish and Kyle: On being addicted to your phone
If you get nervous not checking every time you hear "ding", it might be time to rethink.
Great Minds | Phone Addiction
Hamish and Kyle discuss phone addiction and how to help yourself spend less time looking at your screen. Video / NZ Herald
Full impact of pandemic on Kiwis' mental health yet to be seen
Covid-19 is one of the most significant events many of us will experience in our lives.
Wahine toa Pania Te-Paiho Marsh turns aunty for kids needing help
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Hamish and Kyle: On worrying about money troubles
The obvious mental health issue that money can cause is anxiety.
Great Minds | Money
Hamish and Kyle discuss money and its links to anxiety. Video / NZ Herald
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Pete Davidson in 'trauma therapy' after Kanye West's online attacks
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When big feelings are too much for little bodies
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Leading sports psychologist's dire All Blacks warning
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Hamish and Kyle: On getting a diagnosis and what it might mean
A good diagnosis should be able to lead you to treatment options.
Great Minds | Dealing with diagnosis
Hamish and Kyle discuss what to do once you have been diagnosed with a mental health disorder and how to deal with it. Video / NZ Herald
Painful drug given to small child at Lake Alice
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Hamish and Kyle: On how to find a good GP or counsellor
Often you will hear that a great first step is to go talk to your doctor.
Great Minds | Finding a GP or Counsellor
Hamish and Kyle discuss finding a GP or counsellor that is right for you. Video / NZ Herald
Mental health staffing crisis: Andrew Little promises 'more boots on the ground'
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