Mental Health

Politicians’ conduct has sparked stacks of media condemnation lately amid a surge of scandals and sudden resignations. But two MPs quitting politics this past week took a swipe at the media on the way… Video, Audio

Psychologist Dr Sarb Johal joins host James Nokise to talk about feeling safe while out and about. Produced by Charlie Bleakley. Audio

Kapiti Youth Support is reporting a 300% increase in the number of young people, aged between 10 and 24, seeking help for mental health issues post lockdown. CEO of KYS Raechel Osborne talks to Jesse.

Microbiologist Dr Siouxsie Wiles joins host James Nokise to talk about science, social media and sleep. Produced by Charlie Bleakley. Audio

Psychologist and media commentator Dr Sarb Johal joins host James Nokise to talk about expectations versus reality . Produced by Charlie Bleakley. Audio

All Black Angus Ta'avao joins host James Nokise to talk about aiga, advocacy and standing up. Produced by Charlie Bleakley. Audio

Rapper Kanye West has apologised to his wife Kim Kardashian for sharing details about a private matter during a speech at his presidential campaign rally. Audio

New research out of McMaster University has found that cognitive behavioural therapy delivered electronically to treat people with depression is more effective than face to face. Dr. Zena Samaan is… Audio

Psychologist and media commentator Dr Sarb Johal joins host James Nokise to talk about loss, uncertainty and interrupted life plans. Produced by Charlie Bleakley. Audio

What would you do if everything you knew was crumbling down around you?

In this first episode of RNZ Podcast, Only Human, find out about an invisible disability that took musician Penni Bousfield on… Audio

The impact of lockdown and the negative psychological consequences of Covid-19 on Australians are being monitored and documented by the Black Dog Institute - a not-for-profit organisation making a… Audio

Comedian Rose Matafeo joins host James Nokise to talk about crying, flying and dying. Produced by Charlie Bleakley. Video, Audio

Friends Eve McFarlane and Jonathan Nabbs both beat depression in their 20s, but struggled to find tools to relate to along the way to recovery. In response they have published a book, How We Got… Audio

Historically, those who read sci-fi and fantasy have been stigmatised as nerds, but research by Professor Esther Jones shows sci-fi and fantasy may help young people cope, especially with the stress… Audio

In 2009, actor Rob Mokaraka's mental health woes played out on a very public stage, so he took to the stage to help in his own - and others' recovery. Audio

Nicola "Nix" Adams left jail two years ago in Australia, returning home to rebuild her life after she lost a child, turned to drugs and her husband left with their other two children. Audio

More than half the 41,000 homeless people in New Zealand are under the age of 25. The figure is from the 2013 census and is an estimate only. Audio

A report on mental health and addiction services has found that more needs to be done to ensure the services work for Māori.  Audio

The Mental Health Foundation says there is not enough support for Māori, and their hauora - or overall wellbeing - is suffering as a result.

The Mental Health Commissioner, Kevin Allan, says… Audio