NZ Psychiatrist Approved to Prescribe MDMA for PTSD Therapy
A New Zealand psychiatrist is now allowed to prescribe MDMA to patients as part of controlled therapy for PTSD.
Fiji Mum Advocates for Better Support for New Mothers
Mercedes Swann, a maternal mental health advocate from Fiji, pushes for improved support for new mothers dealing with loneliness.
New Peer-Led Beds Enhance Mental Health Crisis Response
Auckland and South Island welcome new peer-led beds for quicker mental health support, according to Mental Health Minister Matt Doocey.
Access to Eating Disorder Treatment Limited for Many Kiwis
Diante Peihopa-Harris shares her struggle with accessing treatment for her eating disorder, highlighting gaps in available support.
Māori and Pacific Attitudes Reduce Stigma Around Mental Illness
A study finds Māori and Pacific people have lower stigma towards mental illness, suggesting health campaigns could benefit from these attitudes.
The Problem with Using 'OCD' and 'ADHD' Lightly
Understanding the implications of casually using terms like OCD and ADHD in daily conversations.
Health NZ: Hospital Stays for Homeless Mental Health Patients Prolonged
Health NZ reports that homeless mental health patients are often kept in hospitals longer than necessary due to lack of suitable accommodation.
Hospital Failure: Autistic Girl Sedated in Adult Ward
Reports highlight major failures in care for an autistic girl sedated in a Waikato Hospital adult ward. Family speaks out on trauma.
Concerns Over Mental Health Funding Shortages in NZ
Psychiatrists warn that new mental health funding may not meet urgent needs due to poor planning and data gaps.
Why Make-Up Sex Alone Won't Heal Your Relationship
Feeling closer after a fight is natural, but experts say real repair comes from honest conversation — not just physical intimacy. Here's why it matters.
How Off Campus Gets Sexual Violence Representation Right
New hit show Off Campus is being praised for its thoughtful, responsible portrayal of sexual violence — here's why that matters for NZ viewers.
Rural Women NZ Champion Better Mental Health Support
Rural Women New Zealand are calling for greater mental health support as wellbeing challenges grow across rural communities. Here's what's being done.
Natural Mystic: Rural Operation Uses Healing Power of Horses to Engage Disconnected Teenagers
Te Puke operation Natural Mystic uses equine therapy to engage disconnected teenagers through healing power of horses and traditional Māori practices.
Volunteer Firefighters Campaign for Equal ACC Coverage
Te Puke fire chief supports parliamentary petition for equal ACC coverage for volunteer firefighters, citing mental health impacts from traumatic calls.
RiverSounds Festival Ends on a Bittersweet High After Four Years
The fourth and final RiverSounds Festival wrapped up in rural Katikati on 15 February, closing four years of mental health fundraising with a moving finale
Mental Health Matters at Katikati Music Festival
Mental health advocacy takes centre stage at the River Sounds Festival in Katikati.
Last River Sounds Festival Set for Katikati
Join the final River Sounds Festival on February 15, promoting mental health and music in Katikati.
River Sounds Festival bows out with final Katikati show
Katikati's River Sounds Festival will hold its final show on 15 February 2025, closing six years of mental health advocacy and live music.