Mental Health

A national survey shows support for students with mental health and wellbeing problems has become the number one issue for secondary schools.

The New Zealand Council for Educational Research… Audio

The team behind a unique research project looking into loneliness in aged care homes in Australia has garnered international attention for its approach. Study lead, Monash University Sociologist Dr… Audio

The Detail podcast brings you the issues behind the news every weekday. Here's what we covered this week. Audio

A multi-billion dollar industry has sprung up around mental health and wellness. Have the efforts to raise awareness been too successful?  Audio

In a world where it's often difficult to talk about how we're feeling, or find someone to talk to - how easy is it to connect with others? Emily Turnbull is the founder of Chatterbox. She's come up… Audio

A group of 33 Otago students are running the Dunedin marathon on Sunday, in support of men's mental health. The Heavy Breathers had all had some brush with mental health whether personally, or through… Audio

Rural Change founder Elle Perriam is proud of the efforts of rural New Zealand to help those who need it most. Audio

Among a long week of debates at Parliament, MPs still found the time for farewell speeches from departing colleagues. Todd Muller's stood out and while uncomfortable for his colleagues, it is worth… Video, Audio

Maternal mental health is another one of those hidden "women's issues" that we don't talk about enough. Now it's in the spotlight for the most awful of reasons.  Audio

Free, open conversation about mental health seems like a good thing, but are there downsides to the overuse of terms like 'anxiety' and 'depression'? A new study by the University of Melbourne… Audio

Minister's downfall triggers election speculation - and another resignation at RNZ. Audio

The head of the Mental Health Foundation says troubled former minister Kiri Allan should be held responsible for her actions, but the public also need to be understanding. Video, Audio

As well as managing 4 farms and 35 staff, Jack Raharuhi is a passionate surfer who finds his mindfulness on the water. Country Life visits him at Pāmu's Cape Foulwind farming complex near Westport. Audio