Mental Health
Mental health inquiry: ‘we need a clear plan’
A Christchurch family, who have seen their mum go in and out of mental health facilities, says the government needs to back up their promises around mental health reform with action. Video, Audio
Govt promises significant investment in mental health sector
In response to its mental health inquiry the Government today announced it would soon establish an new independent commission and widen access to mental health services. But it's refusing to set a… Video, Audio
Govt response to Mental Health and Addiction Inquiry report
The Government has today responded to the recommendations from the Mental Health and Addiction Inquiry report, He Ara Oranga. Dr Dougal Sutherland, Clinical Psychologist, Victoria University of… Audio
Mental health inquiry: New commission, but no suicide reduction target
The government will set up an independent mental health commission, but there will be no suicide reduction target, it says in response to the long-awaited mental health inquiry report.
A grieving Kiwi family battles the Japanese mental health system
Two years after a New Zealand man died in a Japanese psychiatric institution, restrained under circumstances unheard of in most other developed countries, his family still has no answers and no… Audio
A grieving Kiwi family battles the Japanese mental health system
Two years after a New Zealand man died in a Japanese psychiatric institution, restrained under circumstances unheard of in most other developed countries, his family still has no answers and no…
AudioTwo patients die in Auckland mental health unit within one week
Two patients are suspected to have committed suicide in the space of five days at a Waitemata District Health Board mental health unit in Auckland. Dr Kevin Cleary says the DHB has already introduced… Video, Audio
Man who died after falling from van on Auckland motorway named
The man who died after falling from a moving vehicle on the southern motorway in Auckland a week ago has been named by police.
Pop-up pub: Friday night drinks in the woolshed
With all the near-by pubs now closed, a woolshed is now the informal gathering spot for Manawatu locals on a Friday night. 'Happy Hour On Now For Mental Health' says a sign on the fencepost outside. Audio
Pop-up pub: Friday night drinks in the woolshed
With all the near-by pubs now closed, a woolshed is now the informal gathering spot for Manawatu locals on a Friday night. 'Happy Hour On Now For Mental Health' says a sign on the fencepost outside.
AudioMucking in together for mental health awareness
In days gone by, Northern Manawatu farmers haven't gone in for group activities, but now a group take social days off the farm together for the mental wellbeing of their community. Locals Jason… Audio
Mucking in together for mental health awareness
In days gone by, Northern Manawatu farmers haven't gone in for group activities, but now a group take social days off the farm together for the mental wellbeing of their community. Locals Jason…
AudioPut Islam at centre of post-attack mental health support - social worker
Mental health providers helping those affected by the Christchurch mosque attacks are being urged to adopt a model that is inclusive of Islamic beliefs and cultural sensitivities.
Mental Health inquiry accused of "methodological racism"
A co-author of a report on the mental health inquiry says it was re-written, renamed and cut in half, in what she calls "methodological racism." Dr Lynne Russell is a top Maori researcher and she says… Audio
Rowing solo - Isaac Giesen
26 year old Isaac Giesen is all about rowing solo, so you don't have to. Known as 'the blue rower' he became the first New Zealander to row the Atlantic solo to raise awareness about depression. Audio, Gallery
Gumboot wearers show support for mental health awareness
People up and down the country have been donning their gumboots to raise awareness about children's mental health. Video
Kiwis don gumboots to raise awareness, money for mental health
People up and down the country have been donning their gumboots today to raise awareness about children's mental health. Gumboot Friday is the brainchild of mental health campaigner Mike King, who… Audio
Te Ora Auaha: Creative Wellbeing Alliance Aotearoa
The Mental Health and Addictions Inquiry report recently called for fresh approaches to community wellbeing. A new nationwide network involving arts organizations argues that creativity must be one of… Audio
Growing mini-brains and a schizophrenic cat scratch?
Science correspondent Malvindar Singh-Bains looks at how researchers have created lab-grown mini-brains that can control muscle contractions, and the case of a teenager who contracted sudden-onset… Audio
It's Good To Talk
A special bonus episode by James Nokise, Ayyub Bhikoo and clinical psychologist Dr Sarb Johal in response to the Christchurch attacks. Produced by Charlie Bleakley Audio
