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ACC, KiwiSaver provider invest in Sir John Kirwan's mental health app
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The violence comes as survey reveals Kiwis are fearful of gang presence in public spaces.
'I just want him gone': Midwife's months-long fight for help with postnatal depression
She has finally been admitted to in-patient care but only after a crisis.
I've stopped drinking, why are my friends being weird and pouring me drinks?
COMMENT: Practice is key and be gentle if you find it hard to stick to this goal.
'Barbaric': Parents of Kelly Savage still fighting to end restraint practice
Family believe son's death four years ago was caused by the use of mechanical restraints.
Prince Harry defends 'compassionate' Oprah interview
Harry claimed the interview was meant to pave the way for reconciliation with the royals.
Glenn Close 'traumatised' after spending childhood in a cult
The Oscar-nominated star spoke on Prince Harry and Oprah's new mental health docuseries.
Prince Harry: 'After an argument with Meghan, knew I had to deal with my past'
In first episodes of new Apple TV series about mental health, Harry opens up about Diana.
'Shockingly low': Only 5pc of sexual abuse claims make it through ACC system
Sexual abuse survivors are giving up their claims, saying the process is too traumatic.
The volcanic rise of 'mum rage' and what we can do about it
COMMENT: Parenting's tough enough in normal times. In a pandemic, it's brutal.
'I'm fighting to get out': Kiwi killer's letters from US jail
Clinton Thinn's lawyers are now preparing an appeal to the US Federal Court.
Miss Universe Australia opens up about her dark past
Mental health ambassador reveals the "secret" she kept despite being in the public eye.
'Cruel': Prince Harry's attack on Charles leaves royals reeling
The Duke's latest salvo has left his family stunned at his "woeful lack of compassion".
Private boarding school at centre of bullying probe closed after late night bomb scare
A bomb scare has seen a school at the centre of bullying claims close its doors today.
Counsellor exploits female client for financial gain, HDC investigation finds
The woman told the counsellor that she was stressed she couldn't find a place to live.
'Obvious flaws': Private investigator slams police search for Jamie Kaiwai
Family say police did a "crap job" and are using her mental health as a scapegoat.
Mike King: I supported the Govt, now I'm embarrassed by the state of mental health
COMMENT: Is there a shortage of mental health counselling services around the country?
Kyle MacDonald: Not sleeping? Clean up your sleep hygiene
Improve your habits around bedtime to optimise your chances for rest.
NZ's unluckiest Lotto winner: He won big five times. It turned his life upside down
"The man won Lotto but he's not a lucky man at all."
Kiwi Instagram model in more trouble over Aussie nightclub 'rampage'
Before there was air rage, there was nightclub rage for troubled glamour model.
The role of play in early childhood development
The role of play helps to prevent behavioural and emotional difficulties.
Why kindness yoga is the trend we never knew we needed
Turns out a little kindness was just what this busy Gen-Z needed, writes Bethany Reitsma.
MDMA helped me conquer alcoholism at last
A volunteer has praised a world-first trial using ecstasy to treat trauma and addiction.
Missing babies: Scramble to track down children lost from health system
"Imagine if those babies have disabilities or special needs and we don't know about it".
Covid-19: Kiwis grappling with toll on jobs, mental health
Survey finds many Kiwis still feeling Covid-19 pandemic's economic and emotional impacts.
'Charismatic soul': Heartbroken Bachelorettes pay tribute to Tavita Karika
"He left such as mark on everyone involved," Bachelorettes tell.
Reality TV star Tavita Karika's death: 'He took his last breath - and with it our hearts'
Friends and family of the former Bachelorette contestant are fundraising to get him home.
Why postnatal mental health is also a mens' issue
Postnatal despression is a very real risk for new dads and no one is talking about it.
Complaints about social housing problems 'fell on deaf ears'
Concerned Christchurch man would feel safer living in his car than by social housing.
How gossiping can be good for you
Idle chit-chat boosts social connections and improves mental health.
Suicide pact: Waikato woman to fight charges after man's death
The woman's trial will be held in Hamilton in November.
Frenzied attempted murder on relative caused by schizophrenia, court finds
Godfrey Okot has been detained as a special patient in hospital.