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$50,000 worth of media grants up for grabs The MHF is pleased to announce the 2018 NZ Mental…
13 Reasons Why Season 2: What you need to know Season 2 of the Netflix show 13 Reasons Why will be released worldwide on Friday, 18 May. Season 1 was widely watched…
13 Reasons Why: What you need to know The Netflix series 13 Reasons Why is a huge topic of conversation right now and while many people love the show, some…
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2019: The year to tackle workplace stress The sun is shining, the birds are singing, the…
25% of New Zealanders have poor mental wellbeing A quarter of New Zealanders currently have poor levels of mental and emotional wellbeing.
A connected NZ will help prevent suicide
Addressing issues in our mental health system The MHF has today released a position paper titled Time for Change – Addressing the Issues in New Zealand's Mental…
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Advisory: All the Bright Places A new film called All the Bright Places will be released tonight on Netflix. It explores teen suicide and mental health...
Aotearoa set to celebrate largest, brightest Pink Shirt Day in a decade Pink Shirt Day on Friday 17 May is set to see a record number of people across Aotearoa turn māwhero/pink.
Are our Kiwi kids all right?
Banish the back to work blues – for good! Thousands of Kiwis are heading back to work…
Be part of creating workplace change! We’re producing a series of videos and electronic…
Blue Whale Challenge - media advisory The MHF has for some time been monitoring reports of an online self-harm challenge known as the Blue Whale Challenge…
Budget 2020 presents opportunities and concerns The Mental Health Foundation (MHF) welcomes today’s Budget, while feeling some concern that mental health is at a crossr...
COVID-19 Public Health Response Bill On 13 May 2020 the Mental Health Foundation wrote to all MPs to raise concerns about the powers extended to police to en...
Cannabis legalisation and control In this year’s general election on 19 September 2020, the public can vote on whether the recreational use of cannabis sh...
Canterbury terrorist event – media guidelines Clinically approved media guidelines for reporting on the Canterbury terrorist events of 15 March 2019.
Commissioner's report shows scale of mental health challenge The MHF welcomes the recommendations made by…
Communities connect with Mātauranga Māori this Mental Health Awareness Week to strengthen wellbeing From waka ama to māra kai and Māori movement…
Connect, communicate and care on World Suicide Prevention Day Tomorrow, Saturday 10 September, is World Suicide Prevention Day. The international theme for 2016 is: connect…
Connecting with nature is good for you: tell us how you do it!
Cycle tour much needed boost to farmers’ wellbeing
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Draft suicide prevention strategy open for public consultation Every year in New Zealand more than 500 people die by suicide and many more attempt it. This has a devastating impact…
Election 2020 – guidance on talking about suicide and mental health As the election draws near, the Mental Health Foundation is conscious that suicide and mental health are pressing public...
Farmstrong welcomes ACC as a new strategic partner
Final report of the Health and Disability System Review While the report is light on references to mental health, the focus on keeping people well through population health is...
Five Ways to Wellbeing during the holiday season The holidays can be a time for family and…
Free Open Minds workshop The MHF is running a free Open Minds workshop on Wednesday, 5 April, exploring the skills managers need to have…
From POD to the steps of Parliament One year after Lucy McSweeney took part in the MHF’s social change programme, POD (Point of Difference), the…
Get involved this Movember! Movember is just around the corner and we have…
Get ready for Pink Shirt Day Global anti-bullying campaign Pink Shirt Day…
Go the distance campaign New mental health fundraiser launched
Government’s mental health initiatives are positive first steps The MHF welcomes the Government’s announcement of its $100 million fund for mental health as positive first steps…
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Have you experienced seclusion or restraint? The Human Rights Commission would like to hear from anybody who has experienced seclusion or restraint as part of…
Have your say Submissions to the government’s mental health inquiry close on 5 June, 2018. You can have your say by making a…
Help and advice available to people shaken by earthquakes It’s normal to feel scared and worried after an earthquake like the 7.5 magnitude shake that has been felt in both…
Honouring Te Reo Māori could save lives Honouring Te Reo Māori could save lives: A Māori …
It's Mental Health Awareness Week! It’s Mental Health Awareness Week (MHAW) and the MHF is reminding Kiwis that Nature is key. “There are lots of…
Join us in celebrating Matariki, the Māori New Year. Matariki atua ka eke mai I te rangi e roa, ē…
Join us on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure at Mt Kilimanjaro! Help make New Zealand a place where people feel…
Joint submission on the updated Guidelines to the Mental Health Act 1992 Joint submission on the updated Guidelines to the Mental Health Act 1992
Kindness inspires student to support peers Student Timi Barabas, 17, says it’s her dream for all young people feel safe and comfortable to be their true selves.
Kiwis encouraged to explore their way to wellbeing A month out from the start of Mental Health Awareness Week 2019 and over 4,000 Kiwis have signed up to participate.
Letter to Minister Nash – Stop armed police trials A letter urgining Police Minister Stuart Nash to immediately stop the trials of armed police in our communities.
Lock your staff out on World Mental Health Day Mark your calendars – Mental Health Awareness…
Looking after mental health and wellbeing during Covid-19 To support the mental health of New Zealanders at this time, we have developed a new online resource Looking after menta...
MHAW photo challenge winner announced After 15 days and more than 15,000 stunning photos shared for Mental Health Awareness Week (MHAW), the MHF has…
MHF calls for unified action to prevent suicide The MHF is devastated by the increase in…
MHF responds to draft Suicide Prevention Strategy The MHF has had its say on the Government’s plan…
MHF response to provisional suicide statistics The MHF is deeply saddened by New Zealand's annual provisional suicide statistics released today. The statistics show…
MHF response to release of provisional suicide statistics The MHF is deeply saddened by the news that the…
MHF says Gumboot Up campaign is a fantastic idea The Mental Health Foundation of New Zealand clarifies its position on Mike King’s Gumboot Up campaign.
MHF statement on Government funding for new mental health facility The MHF is supportive of the news of a new…
MHF statement on the Government's response to He Ara Oranga 38 of 40 Mental Health Foundation recommendations have received Government support, at least in principle.
MHF statement on the Momo Challenge The MHF strongly discourages further sharing or publicising of the Momo challenge.
MHF statement regarding racism/prejudice Placing the blame for the New Lynn terrorist attack on an entire faith or culture is wrong.
MHF welcomes Budget 2019 priorities The MHF welcomes the Budget 2019 priorities…
MHF welcomes Facebook's suicide prevention tools The MHF welcomes the launch of Facebook’s suicide prevention tools in New Zealand and encourages Kiwis to use these…
MHF welcomes Government’s response to synthetic drug use The MHF welcomes the Government’s announcement…
MHF welcomes Mental Health Commission The MHF welcomes the Government’s announcement it will re-establish a Mental Health Commission to independently…
MHF welcomes mental health inquiry The MHF welcomes the Government’s mental health inquiry as an opportunity to take steps towards ensuring all New…
MHF – The Principal Charity for 2020 Brendan Foot Supersite Round the Bays MHF are excited to be the Principal Charity for next year's Brendan Foot Supersite Round the Bays in Wellington.
Mangere to turn pink in support of Pasifika LGBTQIA+ The Cook Island Development Agency of New...
Media advisory regarding suspected attempted suicide on Parliament grounds The MHF is aware that a man appears to have set…
Media advisory: 13 Reasons Why Season 2 Tonight at 7.01pm Season 2 of the Netflix show 13 Reasons Why will be released worldwide. The MHF has viewed Season 2…
Media advisory: Connecting through Kōrero - MHF launches new suicide prevention resource Aotearoa has the highest youth suicide rate in…
Media advisory: MHF appalled by MP David Seymour’s letter to constituents The MHF is appalled by the stigmatising letter written to constituents by Act Party leader and Epsom MP David…
Media advisory: Media guidelines The MHF has launched media guidelines to equip…
Media reporting of Chester Bennington's death The MHF is deeply saddened by the loss of…
Media reporting of Chris Cornell’s death The MHF is deeply saddened to hear of musician…
Mental Health Awareness Week 2018 theme announced! It’s that time of year! Mental Health Awareness Week (MHAW) is back on 8–14 October 2018.
Mental Health Awareness Week FAQs Mental Health Awareness Week, known as MHAW, gets bigger each year. Find answers to some frequently asked questions.
Mental Health Awareness Week acknowledges the tough year we’ve had Mental Health Foundation (MHF) chief executive Shaun Robinson says the theme of the week acknowledges that this year has...
Mental Health Awareness Week set to kick off around Aotearoa/New Zealand 23 – 29 September Explore your Way to Wellbeing - Whāia te ara hauora, Whitiora is the theme for this year’s Mental Health Awareness Week.
Mental Health Awareness Week theme announced! Get ready to unlock one of the biggest secrets to wellbeing… we’re blooming with joy to announce the theme for…
Mental Health Foundation concerned about false suicide claims The MHF is extremely concerned about inaccurate…
Mental Health Foundation encourages Kiwis to get some Me Time With lockdown extended in Auckland, the Mental Health Foundation is sharing its newest campaign – Meh Time to Me Time, e...
Mental Health Foundation of New Zealand says ART trials must stop The Mental Health Foundation strongly opposes the introduction of armed police to Aotearoa New Zealand.
Mental Health Foundation welcomes new suicide prevention strategy For World Suicide Prevention Day 2019, we welcome New Zealand’s new suicide prevention strategy – Every Life Matters.
Mental Health Foundation: Terrorist ideologies are not symptoms of mental illness Terrorist ideologies are not symptoms of any mental illness. It’s as simple as that.
Mental Health Inquiry – Time to Get On With It The MHF welcomes He Ara Oranga, the Mental…
Mental health report reinforces need for change The MHF says the annual report from the office of the director of mental health shows a system that is not improving…
Mindful Aotearoa moves to new home The MHF’s Mindful Aotearoa programme is now…
Mindful Aotearoa: helping Waikato kids to pause, breathe and smile Mindful Aotearoa is holding a free afternoon…
Mindfulness in schools free Waikato presentation Mindful Aotearoa is holding a Waikato Open Afternoon for education professionals in the region.
Minister of Health OCD statement This morning, the Minister of Health, when talking about guidance to wash hands regularly, stated that "This is the time...
New chief executive for Mental Health Foundation
New maternal mental health service helps Kiwi mums
New resources for suicide loss support groups The MHF is pleased to share its suicide bereavement resources in honour of Loss and Grief Week: Support Groups for…
New strategic approach for MHF
New suicide prevention resource The MHF is proud to share its newest resource, Having Suicidal Thoughts and Finding a Way Back. “If you're having…
New website for people bereaved by suicide The MHF has launched a new website, After a Suicide, offering friends, whānau and family practical information and…
New workplace wellbeing toolkit launched A new toolkit to support New Zealand workplaces and their people to flourish is being launched today (World Mental…
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Open letter to Wanganui Chronicle editor Mark Dawson Dear Mr Dawson, I read your editorial Shining a…
Open letter to the Southland Times
Order your free MHAW resources now! Poster and postcard orders are now open for this year's Mental Health Awareness Week, 10-16 October. The theme this…
Our call to action to the Government: implement He Ara Oranga We are calling for the Government to show us how He Ara Oranga, the report of the Government Inquiry into mental health...
Our hero: Ellen Norman wins 2019 Kiwibank Local Hero award Kāore te kumara e kōrero ana mō tōna ake reka…
Our latest issue of In Touch out now In our latest issue of In Touch we meet two Kiwis…
POD applications open now! Calling all future change-makers! Applications are now open for our third youth mentored incubator programme, POD…
Patient assaults on staff in mental health units – statement The Mental Health Foundation is aware of increasing public concern about assaults on staff in mental health units.
Pink Shirt Day has arrived Aotearoa will turn into a sea of māwhero/pink to celebrate the global bullying prevention campaign, Pink Shirt Day.
Pink Shirt Day is coming to a school, workplace or community near you
Pink Shirt Day is here Global bullying prevention campaign Pink Shirt Day is here. Today, tens of thousands of New Zealanders will wear their p...
Pink Shirt Day: The biggest, brightest, pinkest yet! On Friday, 26 May, thousands of New Zealanders celebrated Pink Shirt Day together. We were so happy to see photos…
Politicians must step up and work together MHF to politicians: Step up and work together on significant new approaches to mental health.
Public advisory – Distressing content on TikTok The Mental Health Foundation (MHF) is today issuing a public advisory that footage that appears to show a man dying by s...
Radio hosts' new video encourages blokes to open up Today is World Suicide Prevention Day and two well known radio hosts are calling on Kiwi blokes to have courageous…
Record number of Kiwis celebrating Mental Health Awareness Week Mental Health Awareness Week (MHAW) starts today…
Record numbers sign up to take part in MHAW A record number of people, organisations and workplaces have signed up to take part in Mental Health Awareness Week…
Reporting of high-profile suicides The MHF is reminding media of the importance of using care and caution when covering the deaths of Kate Spade and…
Response to annual provisional suicide data Ruia te pō, ka ao, ka awatea Move from the darkness into the light
Response to provisional suicide data This morning the Mental Health Foundation (MHF) is taking a moment to join all New Zealanders in mourning for the 607 pe...
Run the New York Marathon for mental health! Join the Mental Health Foundation on 4 November 2018 for the race of your life! Secure your place, start training and…
Share your experience to help Take the Load Off The MHF is pleased to introduce Take the Load Off…
Shot Bro opens 11 May
Sparklers helping our tamariki An online toolkit supporting tamariki with their mental health and wellbeing has been launched by All Right?, an MHF…
Statement from the MHF: Extremism is not a mental illness Following Friday’s terrorist attack, many people have speculated that the terrorist must have been mentally ill.
Submission to independent follow-up review of seclusion and restraint practices in Aotearoa New Zealand Our submission has been informed by the perspectives, stories and voices of people with lived experience and Māori.
Suicide in movies and television shows We’ve had some messages lately from viewers…
Suicide prevention resources to support those at risk The MHF is proud to offer a suite of free suicide…
Support for people affected by the Nelson fires The MHF is saddened by the Nelson fires that...
Support for suicide loss in New Zealand When Greymouth parents Bronwyn Gray and Ian Richardson lost their son Liam to suicide they found they had no one to…
Supporting each other after the Christchurch terrorist attack Mental Health Foundation resources to help guide your conversations and look after your mental health.
Survey shows strong link between time spent in nature and positive mental health Survey findings released by the MHF today reveal…
Suzy Cato to stand against bullying on Pink Shirt Day
Take part in our Summer Photo Challenge! To help you take a break and connect with nature these holidays, we’re running a Summer Photo Challenge. While the…
Take the Load Off: New video launched A new animated video has been launched as part of the MHF's new online campaign Take the Load Off. The new campaign…
Talking with young people about suicide – MHF launches five new videos to help guide the kōrero For adults who want to start a kōrero/conversation with taiohi/young people about suicide.
The Mental Health Act Amendment Bill The Government is calling for public submissions on proposed changes to the Mental Health Act Amendment Bill.
Theme announced for Mental Health Awareness Week The theme for this year’s Mental Health Awareness Week (MHAW) is CONNECT with NATURE for good mental health and…
Time to play The Wellbeing Game
Tips for reducing stress this Christmas Are you expecting this Christmas to be…
Updated – Suicide in movies and television shows We do know that suicide on screen and themes around suicide can cause significant distress.
Vodafone Warriors support PSD The Vodafone Warriors are calling for all New Zealanders to have the mana to speak up and speak out against bullying…
We must keep the light of suicide prevention burning Suicide is arguably the most devastating public health issue New Zealand faces, but it is preventable.
We're on the lookout for GITs!
Wellbeing Budget 2019 a good start towards transformational change The Government announces a $1.9 billion mental health package in today’s Wellbeing Budget.
Whānau challenged to Kōrero Mai, Kōrero Atu, Mauri Tū, Mauri Ora Te Kaha O Te Rangatahi Trust is spreading the...
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A day in the life of... the Mental Health Foundation Information Service Ana, Kim and Jono from the MHF Information Service take calls, emails and live chat questions from the public, Monday to...
A social media influencer who is not afraid to stand up against bullying Jessie tells how she has overcome verbal and physical bullying, racism, sexual harassment, and online trolling.
Adam's project: Out of My Mind In 2018 Stuff journalist Adam Dudding won a Mental Health Media Grant for his seven-part podcast series Out of My Mind.
Amy Evans Amy became suicidally depressed as a child after losing family members – this continued until she found the right therap...
Amy McAuley A marathon and a skydive to raise money and awareness.
An Abbeyfield way of life Meet "Boomer" friends Don and Tony, who met as Abbeyfield residents four years ago.
An Olympic athlete living with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Track cyclist Sam Dakin shares his experience as an elite athlete living with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
Angela Stone Mental illness is very close to Angela Stone’s heart – and it’s the driving force behind her support for the Mental Heal...
Areta: Whanau is everything "Care for yourself, care about yourself," is Areta’s advice when asked about successful ageing.
Ask a SuperGran It’s Monday morning and the first SuperGrans group of the week in Palmerston North is underway.
Azeria DíSouza Twenty-two-year-old Azeria D’Souza has received a national award for her Point of Difference project, a short film.
Bex and Craig's project: Aroha's Way Aroha’s Way is a beautifully-illustrated children’s book about how to manage anxiety.
Bringing life force indoors Ellen Norman says bringing a kōhatu or stone is bringing life force or energy into a workplace, reminding her of her con...
Brodie Kane Fair Go’s Brodie Kane is joining other high profile New Zealanders in Stepping Forward.
Bronwyn Gray Needing someone to talk to who understood losing a loved one to suicide, Bronwyn Gray used her local newspaper to start...
Bryan: Busier than ever Staying busy is important to retired veterinary surgeon Bryan Moore.
Caleb Ihaia “I didn’t want people to change the way they talked to me.”
Caleb Ihaia Plumbing apprentice Caleb Ihaia has learned the hard way that mental health needs to be talked about.
Candace Enosa Candace Enosa and her two delightful daughters – Regan and Casey – are now world famous in Tokoroa.
Catherine Wells Catherine Wells and her husband Matt are happily self-employed, Picton-based, apiarists.
Charlie working hard to break down barriers Helping people in New Zealand’s Asian communities who are affected by mental illness is close to Charlie Sheng Tang’s he...
Continuing the challenges Wayne Leong knows what it’s like to be a stranger in a strange land. But he’s always been up for a challenge.
Cori Gonzalez-Macuer Humour and mental illness might seem to have little in common but Cori Gonzalez-Macuer brings them together in Open Mind...
Cory Winstanley It's a brave man who parts with his crowning glory, but that’s what Cory Winstanley did to raise money and awareness for...
Countryside & community For Amrita, renting a cottage at Riverside has meant being surrounded by the beautiful countryside she’s always loved.
Creating a safe space for mental health conversations at Mitre 10 Mitre 10 employs 6,000 people in New Zealand – which means a lot of people and a lot of opportunities. It also means the...
Creating a village together Delhi Village is a cluster of houses in various stages of completion set on 12.8ha of former dairy farm.
Creating rainbow inclusive schools Pink Shirt Day has a strengthened rainbow focus with school bullying prevention workshops in the lead up to its start.
Damian Scarf Damian Scarf’s psychology research has led him to examine the positive side of group behaviour and peer pressure.
Danica Jones & Nick Tunnell - Yoga Outdoors In the quiet Sunday morning sun, a yoga class is flourishing in the heart of Auckland City’s Wynyard Quarter, and it’s m...
Daniel Goodwin "Labels are used to try and understand things, but we often get them quite wrong."
Daniel Mickleson A new Like Minds, Like Mine campaign, Take the Load Off, launched this week.
Daniel Sanson treks NZ 100 days on his feet trekking the Te Araroa Trail for mental health.
Dave Gunson Capturing the beauty of the natural world has long been a passion for pre-eminent wildlife illustrator Dave Gunson.
Debbie Siau Debbie's journey with bipolar disorder took her between three countries, finally to overcome stigma and find a meaningfu...
Denny Anker Writing in my diary helped me process the magnitude of the September 2010 quake.
Dr Cherryl Waerea-i-te-rangi Smith Life and work are closely interwoven for Dr Cherryl Waerea-i-te-rangi Smith.
Dr Chris Perkins Psychiatrist , ageing specialist and baby boomer Chris Perkins has her own "ways to wellbeing".
Dr Jemaima Tiatia-Seath Dr Jemaima Tiatia-Seath puts a Pasifika lens on the important support and care of people who have lost someone to suicid...
Dr Judith Davey When it comes to alternatives for housing the baby boomers, there’s no one answer, Judith Davey says.
Dr Juliet Batten Dr Juliet Batten, author and psychotherapist, helps us prepare for our later years with these practical tips.
Dr Kay Saville-Smith Today's baby boomers have what Dr Kay Saville-Smith calls "the longevity dividend", unlike their great grandparents.
Dr Ngaire Kerse Fifty-something Ngaire Kerse can't wait to be old.
Early adopters give rave reviews At 62 and 66, partners Helen Cresswell and and Jill Freeman are not your stereotypical retirement village residents.
Emma Williams If the quote, “It’s out of adversity that the strongest and wisest souls emerge,” is true, then Emma Williams is a stron...
Erin Harrington What are the realities of tertiary study? Students and staff at two tertiary institutions share their ideas and experien...
Erin Palmer-Wilkins Erin Palmer-Wilkins led a group effort to build a tree to decorate Te Rawhiti Community Mental Health Centre for MHAW.
Fighting bullying with aroha MMA fighter Shane Young is supporting Pink Shirt Day to help make Aotearoa a safer, kinder place for Māori and everyone.
Finding new ways to say goodbye The day before New Zealand moved into level four, Andy’s father James ‘Jim’ Kirkup died of a lung infection in Sussex. T...
Finding wellbeing through Maramataka How Healthy Families Rotorua have been using maramataka as part of their workplace wellbeing initiative
Flight Centre captain goes pink for 24 hours At Flight Centre, going all out for Pink Shirt Day is a reflection of staff really believing in the cause.
From POD to the steps of Parliament A year after Lucy McSweeney took part in the MHF's social change programme POD, she was taking her petition to Parliamen...
Georgina Dean Georgina Dean believes she can change the way cities use public spaces to improve people’s mental health and wellbeing.
Get ready for Pink Shirt Day The Mental Health Foundation is gearing up for a record show of support for New Zealand's Pink Shirt Day 2018.
Getting into the MHAW spirit From Kaitaia to Otago, people all over the country are ditching the indoors for fresh air this Mental Health Awareness W...
Good life at Kaumatua Village Charlotte and 93-year-old father Herbie, are enjoying life at the Moa Crescent Kaumātua Village in Hamilton.
Grace, Karenia, Mackenzie - Lit & Co Being a teenager has never been easy – but a bright group of girls from Rangi Ruru Girls School in Christchurch are maki...
Head outside for wellbeing New Zealand Rugby says helping get its staff out of the office and into green spaces is key to keeping it at the top of...
Helena Sonar Helena, a peer support worker in Auckland, shares her story of recovery from mental distress, in the hope it will help o...
Indira's project: Together Alone Indira won a 2017 Mental Health Media Grant and used the funding to develop Together Alone.
Jane's story For so many people, COVID-19 restrictions hit right at a crucial time of change in their lives.
Jehan's project: The Inside Word The Inside Word is a six-part panel show produced for TVNZ Duke. Jehan Casinader, the show’s host, won a Mental Health M...
Jennalea & Rachael Laycock - Run4Mind When sisters Jennalea and Rachael Laycock start running the entire length of New Zealand in September, they’d like hundr...
Jennifer Nicholls Education, faith and work enable Jennifer Nicholls to rise above any discrimination surrounding her mental health experi...
Jistar Konia Jistar Konia doesn’t know why his younger brother Rowdel Flyger killed himself
Joanna Macfarlane Joanna Macfarlane tasked herself with researching the mental health of the biggest demographic group in New Zealand: bab...
Joel Arnold - Off with the dreads Dreadlocks chopped to raise $1720 for the Mental Health Foundation.
John’s project: Māori and mental health services Journalist John Boynton won a Pūtea Pāpāho/Mental Health Media Grant to write about Māori experiences with the mental he...
Jose Watson Jose Watson finds riding her horse and noticing the environment brings her the benefits of mindfulness and fitness.
Joy from raising mokopuna Josie might be forgiven for wanting a little time to herself now she’s 67 and have a bit of a rest from full-on parentin...
Junior rugby league team gets behind Pink Shirt Day For the Riccarton Junior Knights, Pink Shirt Day is a chance to celebrate and promote the true meaning of team mates.
Justine King-Hudson "Ignoring your mental illness won’t fix it."
KXXD website helps increase awareness Kai Xin Xing Dong (KXXD) supporter Eva Chen says the programme has helped raise mental health awareness in the Chinese c...
Katie Christison Nearly every time Katie Christison has ever felt low, she’s either dyed her hair or got an “out of it” haircut.
Katie Kenny and Laura Walters As Stuff reporters, Katie Kenny and Laura Walters both spend a lot of time covering stories about health, mental health,...
Kay Mercer and Ruth Arnison Lilliput Libraries founder Ruth Arnison and library guardian Kay Mercer talk about the phenomenal interest in their sch...
Kelly Wilson “You just need to keep on their backs.”
Kev: Sharing in the joy of the snow As a keen skier for most of his 57 years, Kevin (Kev) Harris uses his expertise in the snow to help others.
Kindness inspires student to support peers Timi started a student group – the True Colours Club – after realising some peers weren’t treated with the same respect.
Kristine Bartley Kris Bartley tells how coping with a medical diagnosis improved her mental health awareness and sparked her creativity.
Lee Griggs The first person to ride the Molesworth Station on a unicycle.
Lisa Hall Having experienced bullying at high school through social exclusion, Lisa now makes an extra effort to be welcoming and...
Lived experience inspires workplace wellbeing Nick Shewring talks about how the pressures of business affected his mental health and how his company BizDojo has respo...
Lockdown life in South Auckland The latest COVID-19 community outbreak and subsequent alert level rise took its toll on all of Aotearoa, but was perhaps...
Louis Harrison-Aydon I was in the music department at school, located in the basement of the bus exchange, when the February 2011 quake struc...
Louise Clark - The Collective When Louise Clark was diagnosed with postnatal depression in 2009, it was a referral to the maternal mental health unit...
Lynn "Red" Paterson As 50-year-old Lynn “Red” Paterson paddles her way around the New Zealand coastline, she will be carrying a 20kg tub of...
Lynne Russell For those who have experienced it, the pain of losing a loved one to suicide is indescribable.
Lyteah Alexander The breaking point for 20-year-old Lyteah Alexander came five years ago when she was bullied by two boys that she knew.
MHAW 2017 Mental Health Awareness Week is here and this year it's set to be bigger and better than ever!
Making every day an awesome day Making every day at work an awesome day isn’t just a pipe dream for telecommunications company Chorus – it’s a strategy.
Making it work after life's upsets At 72, Susan Fowke is one of the younger residents of Leighton House, a Gisborne rest home
Making the most of me time in lockdown Being in lockdown alone has provided Anita with the time to focus on the things she really enjoys.
Malcolm: Man on a mission Malcolm’s journey to recovery has included several hospital admissions, but throughout it all he has maintained his fait...
Managing grief with an open mind How Open Minds e-learning was used to support a team working in aged care
Marama Parore There were moments when Marama Parore was so exhausted she didn’t think she could take another step as she climbed her w...
Mark Wilson As a group facilitator who has been personally affected by suicide, Mark Wilson understands grief.
Marlon (Marley) Richards Marlon Richards believes his POD project will create a visual presence and showcase that people are much more than just...
Martha Kim Martha Kim is addressing the high level of stigma and discrimination associated with mental distress in New Zealand’s Ko...
Mary: Mamas know best From small beginnings 20 years ago, the Pacifica Arts Centre has developed into a vibrant, people-centred, arts space.
Massey vet students' cheeky calendar A group of Massey University students have devised a cheeky way to raise money – stripping down for a naked calendar.
Megan Gamble Losing her husband to suicide and facing accusations from his family afterwards left Megan Gamble grieving, hurt and alo...
Michael, Meleofa and Kairangi (Our Work Story) When New Zealand Management Academy students offered to give their time for a two-week telemarketing campaign for Pink S...
Mike Heard 24 Hour bungy world record smashed raising money and awareness for the Mental Health Foundation.
Mike Wesley-Smith Journalist Mike Wesley-Smith used his legal experience to investigate experiences of mental distress in our criminal jus...
Ministry for Business, Innovation and Employment dons the pink shirt MBIE has made significant changes to its anti-bullying and wellbeing policies since joining the Pink Shirt Day campaign.
Natalie Lanfear Mental health advocate Natalie Lanfear is heading overseas to progress the sustainable goal of good health and mental we...
Nazarene Garmonsway “I finally realised that I am, and always have been, a winner.”
Nikorn Banjerdlert – Running for Indigo For Nikorn Banjerdlert, now on his fifth marathon, running marathons is fast becoming a way of life.
Oli’s project: Aotearoa’s mental health facilities Journalist Oli Lewis won a Pūtea Pāpāho/Media Grant to report on the state of mental health units.
One for the Blokes When it comes to discussing emotional, mental and social wellbeing, it’s not always easy being male.
Own experience fuels passion to help others Gina's diagnosis of bipolar disorder is no longer the sole focus in her life – now her energy is on advocacy and mental...
Pacific social housing How a neglected piece of land in South Auckland became New Zealand’s first Pacific social housing village – Matanikolo.
Paul Jacobson Paul Jacobson believes our unrealistic expectations can create mentally unhealthy thinking and wrote a poem to demonstra...
Perseverance and determination a recipe for wellness Zoe has always struggled to live what she calls “a normal life” as she lives with bipolar.
Primary school student gets behind Pink Shirt Day Six-year-old Tegan discovered Pink Shirt Day at Pippins last year and this year she is about to organise an event at her...
Professors Christine Stephens and Fiona Alpass (Get Help Story) More housing needed to support good mental health.
Rachel Ross Rachel Ross's film 'Have you tried, maybe, not worrying?' is aimed at those who think you can just will anxiety away.
Rau Hoskins MArch (Hons) After 60 years of Māori urbanisation Rau says maintaining cultural traditions create a strong sense of wellbeing.
Renovating people & houses At 81, Ruth is still handy with a hammer, working four days a week as a builder and renovator.
Richard Siegert Mindfulness is both a professional and personal interest for AUT’s professor of psychology and rehabilitation, Richard S...
Richard Smith Richard Smith and his colleagues are ditching their desks and heading outside for some fresh air for the MHAW Lockout on...
Rick Hanson For the last 42 years, Dr Rick Hanson has been getting to the bottom of human happiness.
Riverside feeds the soul If anyone knows about community living it's Colin Cole.
Rob Ah Chong Rob is determined to get into the boxing ring to raise money and awareness for mental health despite asthma and a stroke...
Rob Mokaraka Actor Rob Mokaraka opens up on how it took a near-catastrophic incident with police to make him realise he had depressio...
Rob Nicol Auckland Aces captain Rob Nicol is stoked to be grand prize winner of the Mental Health Awareness Week photography chall...
Rob: The company of others As a gay man, Rob has been a long-time volunteer for the OUTLine telephone counselling service & the NZ AIDS Foundation.
Sacred land inspires enrichment and happiness Everyone who visits the Pureora Forest Park enjoys the moment and leaves with a sense of enrichment and happiness.
Sam O'Sullivan Experience of bullying as a child and work as a clinical psychologist led Sam O'Sullivan to establish Tough Talk for men...
Sam's story Sam remembers what it was like to live through another worldwide virus – H1N1, or the Swine flu. He was 13 at the time a...
Sarikha Paikea Turning dreams into reality, Sarikha Paikea got out there and helped make wellbeing changes in her community, starting s...
Scott Carr - Laser Group Scott Carr, General Manager of Laser Group New Zealand, is incredibly proud of the almost $50,000 raised this year for t...
Sean Edwards Victim Support volunteer Sean Edwards provides bereavement support to family members and others who are affected by suic...
Serena Baptist For 21-year-old Serena Baptist, discovering a creative outlet to express her experience of depression has been a lifelin...
Shaun Robinson “Without my social and economic foundations I’d have been stuffed.”
Shutting down discrimination Being an inaugural Like Minds, Like Mine ‘PODder’ is a very exciting opportunity according to Kirsten Wong.
Sovereign gets behind MHAW New Zealand life insurer Sovereign got behind Mental Health Awareness Week by organising daily activities to boost wellb...
Stephen Anderson While working on a better work-life balance, it was someone else who pointed out to orchardist Stephen Anderson he neede...
Sue's story Sue wants to use her experience with depression after moving to New Zealand to help others in the Chinese community.
Sunny outlook for older flatters Going flatting in her eighties wasn’t exactly part of Edith's life plan.
Suzy dazzles on the dance floor for the MHF Suzy Cato says it was an absolute privilege to have danced for the Mental Health Foundation on TV3’s Dancing With The St...
Tending the POD Margaret Lockhart is flat-tack organising workshops and mentors for new PODders, and couldn't be happier.
Terry Bluck and Paul Manaena Kiwis Terry Bluck and Paul Manaena can’t wait to jump on their motorbikes and travel across Australia on a charity bike...
The Attitude Group Throwing out the rulebook on how to conduct an interview is helping people feel comfortable sharing their personal stori...
The Casketeers Compassion for grieving whānau during Covid-19
The Dallows: Capturing tales We got to know people who we didn’t really know before. They became not just someone to say ‘hello’ to but real friends.
The RECollective Having the courage to speak out is the way that issues can become resolved.
The next adventure Having a tranquil place to come home to is important to Northland clinical psychologist Margaretanne Roger.
The sandwich generation Jo laughs when she thinks of her earlier fantasies of herself in retirement. The actual picture is rather different.
Thomas Momoisea Fletchers line manager Thomas Momoisea is rapt to be part of one the Mental Health Foundation’s worthwhile projects.
Thriving, not just surviving The past eight months have been a revelation for Caitlin Smart through the experience of being an advocate for good ment...
Tim and Jo Navigating Covid-19 with a long term health condition
Toni Huls “Be unapologetic about who you are.”
Tony Anderson After years working on the sea and the land, Tony Anderson sees mental distress as a normal life experience.
Trade Me to hold biggest ever Pink Shirt Day Trade Me’s iconic mascot Kevin the Kiwi is getting ready to dust off his tailored pink polo in preparation for Pink Shir...
Tufuga: A voice for her people Her full name is Tufuga Holatu Lagatule and at 75 she has a lot to be proud of.
Tuk Tuk adventure raises more than eyebrows Driving a tuk-tuk 3000km across India isn’t everyone’s cup of tea, but it was an adventure of a lifetime for 3 friends.
Undoing a garden together Classroom theory flies out the window when Kirsten helps her 80-year-old father make a major change.
Video: Murphy and Susan's project: HERE WE ARE Journalists Murphy and Susan Strongman won a Media Grant to report on trans and non-binary people's experiences with men...
Video: Sela's project: A Mother's Cry Journalist Sela Jane Hopgood won a Media Grant to investigate high rates of Pasifika perinatal depression.
Video: Tom and Diego's project: Loko Filmmakers Tom Reilly and Diego Opatowski won a Media Grant to create a six-part documentary series on one man's remarka...
Virginia Brooks Virginia Brooks’ personal experience of losing family members to suicide has helped her to develop resources for others.
Wellbeing is essential Wellbeing at the centre of decision-making a winner at Messenger Services Limited
Wendy Coup Farmer Wendy Coup woke up with back spasms, as it turns out, caused by burn out. She talks about her return to wellbeing...
West Coast Lockout Home-made cheese scones, waiata and sketching: all features of the Lockout for teams from West Coast Community and Publi...
Whatever it takes The four permanent residents of this supported housing complex in Napier never miss an opportunity to celebrate life.
William Brooks – Double the benefits Through his training, William discovered what a positive difference exercise makes to his mental health and wellbeing.
Would you like skills with that? There aren’t many places where you can learn a new skill and get a free feed at the same time.
Yoga with Lululemon At sunrise and with the rain threatening, yogis gathered on Auckland’s Takapuna Beach to mark the start of MHAW.
Yvonne McDonald Yvonne McDonald has become a main contact for neighbourhood activities, and proven apt at bringing people together.
Yvonne O'Hara Journalist Yvonne O'Hara recalls her shock on first reading rural mental health statistics, and now raises awareness of...

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Book Reviews

10 Keys to happier living: A practical handbook for happiness A guidebook that shows how anyone can unlock the secret to a happier life and take action to make it reality
15 Steps to Overcome Anxiety and Depression A practical self-help program with techniques to maintain or achieve balance and mental health
30 days 30 ways to overcome anxiety A practical workbook to help people manage their anxiety, with simple daily strategies for work and for home
50 ways to feel happy: Fun activities and ideas to build your happiness skills A thoughtfully written book that encourages children to discover how they can feel happier, and in doing so equips child...
A Māori phrase a day: 365 phrases to kickstart your reo 365 of the most common te reo phrases and a list of definitions in both Māori and English - covering travel, work, the w...
A mindfulness guide for the frazzled Comedian with a master in CBT outlines mindfulness, with practical exercises
A prescription for psychiatry: Why we need a whole new approach to mental health and wellbeing A manifesto for an entirely new approach to psychiatric care
ACE – A horsey tail of courage A horsey tail about bullying, emotions and friendship
ACT companion: The acceptance commitment therapy training app A smartphone app that supports Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Addiction by design: Machine gambling in Las Vegas An investigation into the psychology of pokies or slot machines
All my stripes: A story for children with autism A children’s book about autism that breaks down barriers and promotes discussion
All of this is for you: A little book of kindness A beautiful, thoughtful gift book for any person needing a little inspiration
All the Bright Places A young person’s novel about a girl, a boy, grief, mental illness and stigma
Always looking up: The adventures of an incurable optimist Biographical book by movie star MJ Fox about his experience with Parkinson’s
Am I depressed and what can I do about It? A guidebook for young people and their whanau/families with advice and practical strategies using CBT
Applied positive psychology: Integrated positive practice A comprehensive overview of the key concepts, influential researchers and the supporting evidence base for Positive Psyc...
Aroha knows Aroha and her friends experience our amazing world and how it can benefit our wellbeing.
Aroha: Māori wisdom for a contented life lived in harmony with our planet Through 52 whatatauki, Dr Hinemoa Elder shares the power of Aroha and explores how it could help us all every day
Aroha’s way: A children’s guide through emotions A picture book for children around uncomfortable emotions - fear, apprehension, worrying thoughts and nervousness - with...
Because everything is right but everything is wrong Young adult fiction about a teenager going through and coming to terms with mental illness
Being mortal: Illness, medicine and what matters in the end An exploration of the aged care sector in the US and the need to have a dignified end of life for all
Better than before: Mastering the habits of our everyday lives A guide to making habits that lead to wellbeing
Beyond Happiness: How to find lasting meaning and joy in all that you have A conversation about pleasure, happiness and joy, towards a deeper level of experience
Beyond burnout: A New Zealand guide How to cope with stress and avoid burnout in yourself, your co-workers and employees
Bi-polar expedition: An unlikely lifetime journey A memoir about a mental health journey and about family
Big Red and the Little Bitty Wolf: A story about bullying A children’s book that teaches children about bullying, taking a stand against it, having empathy and caring for others
Black Sails White Rabbits: Cancer was the easy part A mental health memoir by Olympian and America’s Cup sailor K. Hall
Blue little penguin | Pūru kororā pōuri A sweet and humorous story about friendship and feelings for smaller children
Born to Be Good: The science of a meaningful life The study of human emotion and evolution, with positive emotions at the heart of what it means to be human
Brainstorm: The power and purpose of the teenage brain A guide for parents and teenagers to this challenging developmental period in children’s lives
Bringing culture into care: A biography of Amohaere Tangitu The journey of Amohaere Tangitu, who has changed the way health services serve the clinical, cultural and personal healt...
Buddha’s Brain: The practical neuroscience of happiness, love & wisdom An explanation of neuroscience and the path to change your brain
Building Emotional Intelligence: Techniques to cultivate inner strength in children A groundbreaking program for building resilience, inner strength and emotional intelligence in children
Building a life worth living, a Memoir World-renowned developer of the life-saving behavioural therapy DBT, using her own struggle to develop life skills for o...
Calming the Emotional Storm: Using dialectical behaviour therapy skills to manage your emotions and balance your life An accessible, general introduction to DBT skills for anyone who feels overwhelmed by their emotions at times
Can I Tell You about Anxiety? A guide for friends, family and professionals A guidebook for children, their whānau and school community about anxiety
Capturing Mindfulness: A guide to becoming present through photography A guide to consciously slowing down and truly engaging with your surroundings - with a camera
Challenging the stigma of mental illness: Lessons for therapists and advocates An introduction to how to challenge stigma and discrimination associated with mental illness
Collaborative and Indigenous Mental Health Therapy: Tātaihono – Stories of Māori Healing and Psychiatry How traditional Māori mental health practices can work in line with Western models of psychiatry to meet Māori clients’...
Community Capacity Building: Lessons from adult learning in Australia Bringing together the latest research in community capacity building and experience with case studies in Australia
Consent (for kids!): Boundaries, respect and being in charge of YOU Explaining the concept of consent to children, with practical strategies
Contagious: Why things catch on A well-researched book that explains why certain products and ideas become popular
Conversations for change: A resource activity pack to use with young people Activity set to use with young people to challenge mental health stigma and discrimination and encourage inclusion
Critical Psychiatry and Mental Health: Exploring the work of Suman Fernando in clinical practice Enlightening discussion of ethno-psychiatry and current theories in mental health
Cultural Safety in Aotearoa New Zealand Theoretical and practice-based perspectives on cultural safety education, especially in the nursing profession
Curious: The desire to know and why your future depends on it A passionate case for the cultivation of our "desire to know"
Don’t Think About Purple Elephants A whimsical story about finding a way to ease an anxious child’s worry
Dot A book for anyone feeling a little bit, (or a little bit) anxious.
Down on the farm: Mental health and rural families in the South Newspaper supplement that discusses rural mental health from the point of view of farming families, professionals and co...
Eight keys to mental health through exercise Comprehensive guide to incorporating exercise into your experience of living with mental illness
Emotional Intelligence An amazing piece of scholarship which has been influential in initiating and progressing the entire field of work on Emo...
Emotional agility: Get unstuck, embrace change, and thrive in work and life Practical advice on how to make change in life
Emotions in motion We love a book about emotions! The more we have, the more we encourage our children to discover and notice them,
Empowerment, Lifelong Learning and Recovery in Mental Health: Towards a new paradigm Working towards a new paradigm in mental health that locates the service user as the central driver of their own life
Even under pressure: Simple ways to enhance your resilience for adversity and turbulent times A guidebook to using mindfulness to improve resilience and coping skills
Everyday Kindness: Shortcuts to a happier and more confident life A guide to building kindness into your life - kindness to yourself and others
Families & mental illness: Speaking from experience. Personal stories of living with illness A guide to help family, friends and other carers of people who have been seriously affected by mental illness
Feel a little: Little poems about big feelings ‘Feel a little’ contains 14 poems, each one about a different feeling with illustrations to match
Fifty: The Movie Running 50 marathons over 50 peaks across New Zealand in 50 consecutive days - raising money for MHF
First Week Blues A story about a little penguin who is starting his first week at school, which teaches children about diversity and acce...
Flourishing in the early years: Contexts, practices and futures Looks at the conditions that enable children and those engaged in the early years sector to flourish
Focus: The hidden driver of excellence Goleman dives into the science on attention and mindfulness
Friendship Science journalist Lydia Denworth takes us in search of the biological, psychological, and evolutionary foundations of...
From psychiatric patient to citizen revisited Research into the best ways to overcome mental health discrimination and stigma
From worrier to warrior: A guide to conquering your fears A book for children age 8-14 and others, which explains anxiety and gives strategies to tackle the Worry Monster
Fuck depression: A free e-book of scientifically proven ways to get through shit A self-help resource that shows that depression is manageable and recovery is possible
Give and Take: How timebanking is transforming healthcare A review of time banking, the practice of sharing time and services to build community and improve health care
Great Days at Work: How positive psychology can transform your working life Positive psychology guide to wellbeing at work
Guide to effective and safe practice in youth mentoring Updated guide to youth mentoring practice to ensure positive outcomes for young people
Happy city: Transforming our lives through urban design A critique of the car-focused city and a case for a new approach to urban design and planning
Hardwiring Happiness: The practical science of reshaping your brain and your life Guide to transforming the simple positive experiences of daily life into neural structures that promote lasting wellbein...
Headlands: New stories of anxiety A collection of stories by New Zealanders with experience of anxiety
Health, wellbeing & environment in Aotearoa New Zealand Textbook examining the cultural, political, social and environmental contexts of health and wellbeing
How Children Succeed: Grit, curiosity, and the hidden power of character A treatise on character skills and a clarion call to educators and governments to make these skills central to education
How to be an Explorer of the World: Portable Life Museum An interactive guide for exploring and documenting the art and science of everyday life
How to communicate with someone who has Dementia: A guide for carers Packed full of helpful, practical suggestions for finding alternative ways to communicate
How to have Creative Ideas: 62 exercises to develop the mind 62 different games and exercises to help encourage creativity and lateral thinking
How to have a Beautiful Mind A guide to working on our conversational skills which will make us more interesting and attractive
How we got happy: Stories of health, hope and happiness from 20 young Kiwis who beat depression A series of stories from young New Zealanders and a new way to address wellbeing and the battle with depression
I AM Calm: How to leave your worries behind This illustrated book normalises and validates feelings of anxiety and worrying for children and parents and provides st...
I Like Giving: Experience the daily miracle of the generous life Inspiring readers to give more and lead a generous life
I love Mondays: A guide to finding joy in your work Discover the joy of finding meaning and purpose in the work that you do, working for a company that aligns with your val...
Invisible Jerry A wonderfully illustrated kids’ book about feeling lonely, but also building confidence to initiate friendships
Jemma's Journey An illustrated book to help children of parents who live with mental health issues
Just One Thing: Developing a Buddha brain one simple practice at a time Guide to using short exercises to change the way your brain works and protect against stress, lift mood and build emotio...
Just breathe: A mindfulness adventure A picture book that takes children (and parents) through a simple and engaging mindfulness exercise
Keeping it real: Love your body, love your life This positive and inspirational book will make a great travelling companion
Kiwicorn An upbeat, energetic and fun read with great messages to instil in our tamariki
Landscape and urban design for health and wellbeing: Using healing, sensory and therapeutic gardens Exploring the design of greenspace for health and wellbeing
Learning by Doing: Community-led change in Aotearoa NZ Report outlining the latest thinking, learning, examples and results from community-led activity
Lengthening the shadow: Why we need to ask, "What's happening in your world?” Insightful story of how a Kiwi bloke fought back from ill health and depression
Let it go: Emotions are energy in motion Encouraging children to become familiar with experiencing and talking about emotions
Live and Laugh with Dementia: The essential guide to maximising quality of life Much wisdom, based on research and life experience, which will help readers maximise quality of life for as long as the...
Loving Someone with Borderline Personality Disorder: How to keep out-of-control emotions from destroying your relationship A guide for families that provides an empathetic insight into BPD and a useful overview of DBT
Luna's Red Hat A beautiful book, designed to be read with children who have experienced the loss of a loved one by suicide
Made by Raffi A children’s book about feeling different, finding a new passion and the value of creativity and diversity
Maea Te Toi Ora – Māori health transformations Māori clinicians and researchers explore the relationship between Māori culture and Māori mental health
Maia and the worry bug A story that can help give kids the words they might need to deal with anxiety
Managing Depression Growing Older: A guide for professionals and carers A systematic guide to identifying depression in older people and supporting them at home or in an aged care setting
Meditation now: A beginner’s guide A useful guide to incorporating meditation into your life
Mental health education and hauora: Teaching interpersonal skills, resilience, and wellbeing A valuable resource to assist staff in schools to understand and educate students around mental health education and hau...
Mental health law in New Zealand A specific and detailed guide to current law related to mental health
Mind over mood: Change how you feel by changing the way you think Workbook for patients to learn CBT skills to treat and manage depression, anxiety and other mental health conditions
Mindfulness: A practical guide to finding peace in a frantic world Bestselling, practical guide to finding mindfulness in a chaotic life
Mindfulness: How to live well by paying attention A comprehensive and accessible guide to the practise of mindfulness
Mindset: Changing the way you think to fulfil your potential Dweck examines how our conscious and unconscious thoughts, our “mindset”, affect us.
Mophead: How your difference makes a difference A delightful graphic memoir about being yourself
More attention, less deficit: Success strategies for adults with ADHD A guidebook to help adults living with ADHD understand the condition, with information about strategies and treatment op...
Morning: How to make time This is a celebration of dawn and morning: the best time of day
Moth A children’s book about loneliness, self-doubt and hope in finding a way through darker times
My Anxiety handbook: Getting back on track A book for young people (12-18) which covers what anxiety is and how it could be triggered, with strategies and exercise...
MyPsyDiary app Secure diary which tracks mood and wellbeing and provides support and strategies for mental health
Māori Made Easy, Māori Made Easy 2 and Māori at Work Scotty Morrison's Maori Made Easy series is full of innovative strategies for anyone wanting to learn te reo Maori
Māori made fun A new and fun way for everyday leaners to practise Te reo Maori.
Māui – Sun Catcher An illustrated children’s book that retells the story of Māui in English and te reo Māori
Our boys: Raising strong, happy sons from boyhood to manhood A positive, practical guide that outlines what makes boys tick and describes their development, with strategies, ideas a...
Out of Time: The pleasures and perils of ageing Lynne Segal dissects the process of ageing, particularly for women, with formidable intellect, imagination and wit
Out of the woods: A journey through depression and anxiety Graphic novel about the author’s journey out of depression and anxiety
Outsmarting worry: An older kid’s guide to managing anxiety A book for parents and children (9-13 years) with strategies to help with worries and anxiety
Overcoming borderline personality disorder: A family guide to healing and change A guidebook that supports the families of people with BPD, with tools and techniques
Parenting OCD: Down to earth advice from one parent to another Honest reflections on a parent’s experience and practical advice for families who experience OCD
Parri$ Young Queen: The story of a girl who conquered the world A different kind of autobiography that both inspires and activates the reader to be unapologetically you
Pay It Forward: A novel How a 12-year old boy came up with a good idea and changed the world
Postvention in Action: The International Handbook of Suicide Bereavement Support A collection of writing on postvention and suicide bereavement research, with a wealth of information that supports goal...
Presence: Bringing your boldest self to your biggest challenges A guide to using power poses to increase confidence and authenticity
Promised Land A children’s picture book about LGBT love, adventure, diversity and responsibility
Promoting Health in Aotearoa New Zealand Brings together a comprehensive picture of health promotion in Aotearoa, with a particular focus on Māori health promoti...
Promoting Public Mental Health and Wellbeing: Principles into Practice Explores the social and individual factors that affect mental health and wellbeing, as well as promotion and interventio...
Psychology for a better world: Working with people to save the planet Psychology guide to the best strategies for saving the planet
Puppy Mind Simple story with techniques to calm one’s mind
Pūrākau: Māori myths retold by Māori writers Pūrākau’s plethora of authors have contemporised and rearranged traditional stories, reflecting their own creativity and...
Release the beast A picture book exploring the issues of anger and frustration with children
Resilience at work: Practical tools for career success A guide to building resilience in the workplace
Resilient grieving: How to find your way through devastating loss A compassionate book on grief that offers thoughtful personal observations with well-researched perspectives
Resilient: Find your Inner strength A mental health training manual and a practical guidebook for navigating life’s challenges
Rising tide A junior fiction self-help text for ages 8-12, following the character through a series of challenging events and resolu...
SAM – Self help for anxiety management app Comprehensive and useful anxiety self-management app
Sanctuary: The discovery of wonder An generous and beautiful book full of spiritual insight and wisdom, a contemplation of the concept of sanctuary
Sleep Deep A guided meditation book for children to improve relaxation and getting to sleep
Spirited ageing: Cultivating the art of renewal Accept your physical decline while you expand your spirit and live a rich and satisfying life
Stand By Me: Helping your teen through tough times An awesome resource for Kiwi parents and caregivers bringing up teens with or without experience of mental illness
Starving the Anger Gremlin: A cognitive behavioural therapy workbook on anger management for young people A workbook for children (10+) which introduces CBT skills for anger management
Stepping out of the Shadows: Insights into self-stigma and madness Collection of essays, articles and personal stories about self-stigma associated with mental illness
StressLess: Proven methods to reduce stress, manage anxiety and lift your mood Illustrated book which aims to help readers recognize thinking patterns and behaviours that lead to stress
Stuff that sucks: Accepting what you can't change and committing to what you can Guide for young people to learn how to think about the hard things in life
Stuff that's loud: A teen's guide to unspiralling when OCD gets noisy A guide for teenagers and their families to OCD and treatment with ACT
Suicide in Men: How men differ from women in expressing their distress An international collection of research that explores suicide in men - possible explanations and approaches to preventio...
Super Better A revolutionary approach to getting stronger, happier, braver and more resilient - powered by the science of games
Sustainable happiness: Live simply, live well, make a difference Creative and practical ways to cultivate a happiness, away from the pressures of consumerism
Te Kai a te Rangatira: Leadership from the Māori World Represents the collective effort of over thirty rangatahi who interviewed more than one hundred Māori, exploring the or...
Te Manu Kai i Te Mātauranga: Indigenous Psychology in Aotearoa/New Zealand 18 Māori psychologists reflect on how their cultural worldviews, whakapapa and experiences benefit whānau Māori therapeu...
Teenage Depression, A CBT Guide for Parents: Help your child beat their low mood A guidebook for parents to help their teenagers through depression, with strategies based on Cognitive Behavioural Thera...
The wine o'clock myth: The truth you need to know about women and alcohol An in-depth and eye-opening look at women's drinking habits
The 10pm Question A funny, poignant and original novel that tackles anxiety in both children and adults in a compassionate way
The Anxiety Toolkit: Strategies for fine-tuning your mind and moving past your stuck points A useful toolkit for understanding and managing anxiety
The CBT Art Activity Book: 100 illustrated handouts for creative therapeutic work Colouring activities accompanied by tailored worksheets to aid in the work of self-reflection in CBT therapy
The Feel Brave series of books A series of illustrated children’s books to help children deal with emotions and worries
The Gratitude Project: How the science of thankfulness can rewire our brains for resilience, optimism, and the greater good The result of a multiyear collaboration between the Greater Good Science Center and the University of California, The Gr...
The Hidden Gifts of Helping: How the power of giving, compassion, and hope can get us through hard times How helping enriches the helper’s life - increasing social connectedness and improving mental and emotional health
The Most Good You Can Do: How effective altruism is changing ideas about living ethically Outlining the philosophy of effective altruism
The Paradox of Generosity: Giving we receive, grasping we lose Summary of a ground-breaking study on generosity and its positive effect in the giver’s life
The Raupō: Phrase book of modern Māori An updated revised copy of Scotty Morrison's phrasebook with everyday language
The Reality Slap: Finding peace and fulfillment when life hurts A guide to being with emotions through acceptance and commitment therapy
The Upside of Stress: Why stress is good for you, and how to get good at it Psychologist McGonigal offers a surprising new view of stress, revealing the upside of stress and how to capitalise on i...
The anxiety first aid kit: Quick tools for extreme, uncertain times Written by several well-known authors, a quick read with various strategies to help an individual deal with anxiety and...
The art of rest: How to find respite in the modern age Unpacks the psychology of how and why we rest the way we do, and challenges the reader to re-evaluate how they use their...
The big little book of resilience: How to bounce back from adversity and lead a fulfilling life How we can fortify our lives mentally, emotionally and physically
The book of angst: Understand and manage anxiety Using simple, clear language with humorous illustrations, Gwendoline gives a detailed step-by-step advice on how to cope...
The book of hygge: The Danish art of living well Simple yet engaging book on the Danish concept of cosiness and what we can learn from it for our wellbeing
The book of knowing: Know how you think, change how you feel An engaging book about how anxiety is affected by the body, mood, and behaviour and highlights the importance of underst...
The book of overthinking: How to escape the cycle of worry Based on CBT, a guide to understand and address overthinking and worrying
The brain and emotional intelligence: New insights A concise overview of the concept of emotional intelligence
The happiness track: How to apply the science of happiness to accelerate your success Happiness is the key to success - not the other way round
The longest day: Standing up to depression and tackling the Coast to Coast Valuable contribution to the national conversation about men’s mental health, positive masculinity, and our national add...
The marshmallow test: Understanding self-control and how to master it Research into self-control, how it is related to life success, and how you can improve yours
The mindful parent: How to stay sane, stay calm and stay connected to your kids Author Shirley Pastiroff is a counsellor, mindfulness trainer and parent coach, who has trained parents in the technique...
The mindful way workbook: An 8-week program to free yourself from depression and emotional distress A mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) programme for depression and emotional distress, to be used as self-help or...
The procrastinator’s guide to killing yourself: Living when life feels unliveable A short but deep reflection on what it can be like to feel suicidal, and to find a way through these experiences. It’s a...
The psychology of school bullying This book explores what bullying is, what factors can lead to it occurring, and what proactive strategies can reduce the...
The resilient farmer: Weathering the challenges of life and the land A disarmingly honest book about a man turning his life around in the face of life’s many challenges
The self-care project How to let go of frazzle and make time for you
The sound of silence Becoming aware of the silence in a busy city
The special patient A story of a long and painful journey through the forensic psychiatric system, back into the community
The woman who cracked the anxiety code: The extraordinary life of Dr Claire Weekes Biography of a pioneer in the treatment of anxiety and panic disorder
The ‘Chair’ series: The Chill Out Chair and The Goodbye Chair Two books for New Zealand children which help us learn about emotions
This is not how it ends: How rewriting your story can save your life A Journey through Jehan's four year battle with depression, and how he found the power that helped him to survive in st...
Thrive: The power of evidenced-based psychological therapies A ground-breaking argument for better public treatment of mental health
Through the eyes of depression A book on depression from the viewpoint of lived experience, with insights on how families and friends can support their...
Towards my Inner Han-gu-ghin: Mental health and recovery Booklet addressing mental health issues with cultural sensitivity, written in Korean
Trauma is really strange An illustrated introduction to how trauma affects the brain and nervous system and what people can do to overcome the ef...
Trauma: From Lockerbie to 7/7: How trauma affects our minds and how we fight back Based on the author’s own trauma incidents and career as a military psychiatrist in the UK, a new understanding of traum...
Travelling to Infinity: My life with Stephen The memoir of Steven Hawking’s wife Jane and her experience with his disability and genius
Turtles all the way down Young adult fiction about learning to live with, alongside and through mental illness, and to live with yourself
Uncovering happiness: Overcoming depression through mindfulness and self compassion Guide to improving your mood through mindfulness and self-compassion techniques
Unseen city: The majesty of pigeons, the discreet charm of snails & other wonders of the urban wilderness Building community through taking time to observe nature in an urban environment
Use your voice: Pops and friends help Jess the huntaway find her bark Using the story of Poppy and her farmyard friends, this story gives encouragement to kids to speak about how they feel,...
Waiwhero: The red waters. A celebration of womanhood – He Whakahirahiratanga o te Ira Wahine A beautifully written book on the traditional Māori teachings of menstruation
Wayfinding leadership: Groundbreaking wisdom for developing leaders A new way of leadership inspired by traditional wayfinders in the Pacific; explores the skills and behaviours needed in...
Wellbeing, recovery and mental health An overview of current research into wellbeing for mental health which shows the benefits of positive mental health appr...
Whakarongo ki ō tūpuna: Listen to your ancestors Words and images to help reflect on the journey of life with your young ones
What Abi taught us A mother's struggle to come to terms with her daughter's death
What's going on inside my head? Starting conversations with your child about positive mental health Positive mental health strategies to learn for the whole whānau
When Life Gives You Lemons: A resource for young people dealing with depression and anxiety Explaining depression and anxiety for teens, with illustrations, strategies and support information
Which Way is Starboard Again? Overcoming Fears & Facing Challenges Sailing the South Pacific
Why Good Things Happen to Good People: How to live a longer, healthier, happier life by the simple act of giving Why giving also benefits the giver, with exercises
Why am I? Four-part TVNZ documentary series about the groundbreaking Dunedin longitudinal study
Wishes and worries An engaging, beautifully illustrated children’s book which uses the principles of cognitive and narrative therapy
Youth WRAP: Wellness Recovery Action Plan A practical plan to assist youth in managing their wellness and their lives
Ōku moe moea: The dream which is bigger than I am A story for those who believe art is not as a luxury, but a necessity

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A Practical Guide to Working with Suicidal Youth The straight talking un-PC Guide to working with Suicidal Youth.
An Introduction to Solution Focused Brief Interventions: Effective Tools That Anyone Can Use An Introduction to the Solution Focused Approach (SFBT)
Applying Attachment Theory to Clinical Practice - Akl - 8 Nov Explore how healthy attachment develops, what happens when insecure attachment forms, and what clients may need to start...
Barbers Unite One cut at a time
Children Thrive When Family Thrive A conference on the importance of genuine engagement with families through a nurturing system that lifts and supports th...
Critical Skills to Manage Stress & Build Resilience Learn skills to manage stress and build resilience in this 60 minute workshop delivered by Organisational Psychologist J...
Dealing with Difficult Interpersonal Dynamics within a Medical Environment Learn skills and tools to successfully deal with difficult interpersonal dynamics that can occur within a medical enviro...
Deepening Motivational Interviewing Skills - Auckland - Nov 2021 This workshop is the next step for people who have already attended the 2-day Motivational Interviewing (MI) workshop an...
Deepening Motivational Interviewing Skills - Christchurch - Nov 2021 This workshop is the next step for people who have already attended the 2-day Motivational Interviewing (MI) workshop an...
FREE Webinars - Getting Through: Lockdown Survival Tips for Caring Professionals FREE weekly panel discussions for professionals caring for others across health and social services focusing on “How to...
Feeling the Pinch - Promoting Selfcare for Professionals and their Clients During Stormy Times This workshop is aimed at promoting self-care for professionals and their clients during stormy times. It was constructe...
LEGO-Based Therapy Facilitator Training Social Skills Training for those on the Autism Spectrum
LEGO-Based Therapy Facilitator Training - Akl - Nov 2021 LEGO-Based Therapy Facilitator Training: Social Skills Training for those on the Autism Spectrum.
LEGO-Based Therapy Facilitator Training - Akl - Sept 2021 LEGO-Based Therapy Facilitator Training: Social Skills Training for those on the Autism Spectrum
LEGO-Based Therapy Facilitator Training - Christchurch - Nov 2021 LEGO-Based Therapy Facilitator Training: Social Skills Training for those on the Autism Spectrum.
LEGO-Based Therapy Facilitator Training - Queenstown LEGO-Based Therapy Facilitator Training: Social Skills Training for those on the Autism Spectrum.
MH101® Rural Webinar The MH101® Rural webinar equips people in rural communities to respond to people experiencing mental health challenges -...
MH101® Webinar Develop confidence to recognise, relate and respond to people experiencing mental health challenges.
Managing Anxiety with Sir John Kirwan - free webinar Managing Anxiety and Useful Digital Tools
Mental Health Awareness Week - Climate Change and Mental Health Climate Change and Mental Health
Mental Health Awareness Week - Getting out of the way of ourselves by committing to what matters Getting out of the way of ourselves by committing to what matters
Mental Health Awareness Week - Languishing is the word you might be looking for Languishing is the word you might be looking for
Mental Health Awareness Week - Practical skills for suicide prevention Practical skills for suicide prevention
Mental Health Awareness Week - Thriving in the Face of Change, Challenge and Stress - Building Resilience in Teenage Children Thriving in the Face of Change, Challenge and Stress - Building Resilience in Teenage Children
Mental Health Awareness Week - When It is Darkest: Why People Die by Suicide and What We Can Do to Prevent It When It is Darkest: Why People Die by Suicide and What We Can Do to Prevent It
Mental Health Awareness Week - Working with Voices and Psychosis Working with Voices and Psychosis
Motivational Interviewing - Auckland - 8 Nov 2021 Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-oriented style of communication with particular attention to the lang...
Motivational Interviewing - Christchurch - Oct 2021 Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-oriented style of communication with particular attention to the lang...
NZEDC Hope Night - Inspiring Hope and Advocating that Recovery from an Eating Disorder is Possible
Practical Alternatives to Self-Harm 101 - Online Alternatives to Self-Harm (ASH) is a proven approach that leads to a reduction of self-harm risk for people with emotion...
Practical Alternatives to Self-Harm 201 - Online Dec 2021 Practical Alternatives to Self-Harm 201 using the APEX approach, provides a more in-depth look into supporting those eng...
Severe Trauma & Stress Recovery - Online Dec 2021 A Solution Focused Approach to Severe Trauma & Stress Recovery
Solacium In celebration of Mental Health Awareness Week, The Human Kind, launches "Solacium", a live music and immersive audio-vi...
Solacium In celebration of Mental Health Awareness Week, The Human Kind, launches "Solacium", a live music and immersive audio-vi...
Solacium In celebration of Mental Health Awareness Week, The Human Kind, launches "Solacium" a live music and immersive audio-vis...
Supported Assessments 101 - ACC Sensitive Claims - Nov 2021 A senior clinician's take on preparing Assessments - this interactive online workshop is on preparing and providing Supp...
Supported Assessments 201 - ACC Sensitive Claims A more in-depth look into preparing and providing Supported Assessments for ACC Sensitive Claims (PLEASE NOTE: This is n...
TheMHS Mental Health Services Conference The Mental Health Services (TheMHS) Melbourne Virtual Conference
Understanding Trauma, Attachment and using Play Therapy Practices as Interventions with Children - Wgtn - Nov An introduction to attachment and trauma theory, along with play therapy to help children and youth.
Working with Suicidal Youth The straight talking un-PC Guide to working with Suicidal Youth.
Working with Suicidal Youth The straight talking un-PC Guide to working with Suicidal Youth.

Resource Libraries

10k beginner training guide This training plan focuses on everything you need to get started,and convert you from complete beginner to a fitter, hea...
10k intermediate training guide This training plan focuses on everything you need to get started,and turn you into a fitter, healthier, successful 10km...
13 Reasons Why Frequently Asked Questions Frequently asked questions about 13 Reasons Why
2019 Small Business Wellbeing Report Commissioned by Xero and the Mental Health Foundation of New Zealand
A Flourishing Ōtautahi Christchurch has a unique opportunity to make decisions that can have a significant impact on mental health and wellbein...
A guide for managers - talking about mental health at work This guide is part of our Open Minds programme. It provides managers with practical tips to help with conversations abou...
Abortion Legislation Bill Submission to Abortion Legislation Committee on the Abortion Legislation Bill
About Open Minds More information about Open Minds.
About Pink Shirt Day Pink Shirt Day aims to reduce bullying in Aotearoa by celebrating diversity in all its forms.
About workplace bullying Organisations need to step in to ensure all workers are safe and supported.
Acceptance and change Sometimes, we cannot change a situation that’s causing us stress so we need to find ways to accept it.
After A Suicide Information about self-care and how to cope in the days and weeks following losing someone to suicide.
An integrated approach to mental health and wellbeing in the workplace - webinar Learn how to integrate mental health and wellbeing in the workplace to positively impact your employees and organisation...
Anxiety and how to handle it Useful information on how to recognise anxiety, how to manage your anxiety, and how to reach out for help.
Are you worried someone is thinking of suicide – print friendly Are you worried someone is thinking about suicide? Advice for families, whanau and friends who are worried about the sui...
Are you worried someone is thinking of suicide? Advice for families, whānau and friends who are worried about the suicide risk of someone close to them.
Are you worried someone is thinking of suicide? Getting Through Together Need to talk? Free call or text 1737 to chat with a trained counsellor. It’s confidential and they are available at any...
Arms Legislation Bill Submission to Finance and Expenditure Committee on the Arms Legislation Bill.
Bibliography - Positive communication resources Further reading and key sources of information informing this resource.
Bookmark: Five Ways to Wellbeing (English) Printable bookmark so you can remember five simple strategies for Five Ways To Wellbeing.
Bookmark: Five Ways to Wellbeing (Te Reo) Downloadable bookmark in Te Reo
Borderline personality disorder Useful information on the symptoms, causes & treatments as well as how to support family/friends who may be recovering f...
Briefing to incoming Parliament Briefing to all members of the 53rd New Zealand Parliament about key mental health and wellbeing concepts, the policy la...
Bring your whole self A3 portrait poster
Bullying and harassment at work Submission to the Ministry of Business, Innovation & Employment’s consultation on bullying and harassment at work, suppo...
Bullying resources reference list These references were used to create this series of fact sheets and worksheets on workplace bullying.
COVID-19 Public Health Response Bill On 13 May 2020 the Mental Health Foundation wrote to all MPs to raise concerns about the powers extended to police to en...
COVID-19 Workplace resource Create work environments where people feel safe, calm, connected and hopeful throughout the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond...
Change in Mind/Kia Puāwai ā Mua A book about the history of the Mental Health Foundation.
Colouring Competition Template A fun competition for tamariki to get creative and add colour to their very own MHAW scene
Comment or no comment Making the right choice for you, your family and whanau about talking to media after losing someone to suicide.
Compliment Stickers English Great to give and great to receive. Offer a compliment sticker to a friend or stranger today.
Compliment Stickers Te Reo Maori Single sheet of 10 compliment stickers in the reo Maori to brighten someone's day
Connecting Through Kōrero A guide for having safe, open, honest and compassionate kōrero about suicide with taiohi/young people.
Conversation cards A list of questions to help start conversations.
Conversion Practices Prohibition Legislation Bill Submission to the Justice Committee on the Conversion Practices Prohibition Legislation Bill.
Creating environments that do not allow bullying to flourish The most effective way to prevent bullying is to establish positive work environments.
Creating mentally healthy workplace environments for Māori This resource is the first in a series providing practical tools to help workplaces become more culturally responsive.
Creative grant application pack Creative Grants are open to artists, videographers, social media campaigners, creative writers, musicians and performers...
Depression Information for primary health practitioners
Digital Assets Download screensavers, e-signatures and more to show your support for MHAW
Diversi-Tea Korero Starter cards Our Diversi-tea Korero Starter cards are an easy way to begin a korero and learn more about your hoamahi/colleagues
Don't Give Up Postcard A postcard to support someone who may be experiencing distress, listing helplines they can call to get support.
Equally Well Action Plan : The MHF is committed to taking action to achieve physical health equity for people who experience mental distress and...
Evaluating success Knowing the reach and impact you achieved will help build a case for future mental health and wellbeing initiatives.
Everyone has feelings A3 portrait poster with Open Minds branding
FIFTY the Movie FIFTY – The Movie follows Mal Law’s bold attempt to run 50 mountain marathons over 50 peaks in just 50 days
Facilitator Guide This guide will allow you to facilitate, with confidence, a two hour workshop with your organisation.
Facilitator Guide The guide enables you to facilitate a two-hour workshop with your organisation with confidence.
Fact Sheet: Communicating so people feel safe to speak up Download the full fact sheet here
Fact sheet: Reframing failures as opportunities to learn This factsheet will help you to understand how to have mana-enhancing communication in your workplace.
Fact sheet: Tips for managers Positive, open, two-way communication – tips for managers
Fact sheet: avoiding a culture of silence Feeling safe to speak up is particularly important where tasks are complex and teams rely on each other to get the work...
Facts and stats on mental health and wellbeing in New Zealand Quick facts and stats on mental health and wellbeing in New Zealand.
Fighting Shadows This study explored the issue of self-stigma the perspective of people with experience of mental illness.
Finding balance worksheet We can understand our wellbeing in terms of the balance between different parts of our lives.
Finding balance: Te Whare Tapa Whā (Individual) Identify different things you can do to nurture and keep yourself well.
Finding balance: Te Whare Tapa Whā (Workplace) identify things your workplace can do to create a positive culture and support their people’s mental wellbeing across al...
Five Ways Workplace Certificate Downloadable and printable Wellbeing certificate for the workplace.
Five Ways action plan template A template to work out who is doing what, by when, how it will be communicated and the budget you might need.
Five Ways to Wellbeing at Work A set of five blank A3 sheets, each one relating to one of the Five Ways to Wellbeing.
Five Ways to Wellbeing at Work Toolkit Fact sheets, tips, tools and templates to support your team to build the Five Ways into their daily lives.
Five Ways to Wellbeing set of pictures These pictures support people to think about what mental wellbeing looks like to them.
Five ways to Wellbeing Amharic poster Five ways to Wellbeing poster translated into Amharic
Five ways to Wellbeing Arabic poster Five ways to Wellbeing poster translated to Amharic
Five ways to Wellbeing Chinese poster Five ways to Wellbeing poster translated to Chinese
Five ways to Wellbeing Farsi poster Five ways to Wellbeing poster translated to Farsi
Five ways to Wellbeing Nepali poster Five ways to Wellbeing poster translated to Nepali
Five ways to Wellbeing Samoan poster Five ways to Wellbeing poster translated to Samoan
Five ways to Wellbeing Somali poster Five ways to Wellbeing poster translate to Somali
Full Resource -Minimising and managing workplace stress Download the full set of resources via Zip file.
Full marathon advanced training guide This training plan focuses on everything you need to get started,and turn you into a fitter, healthier, successful marat...
Full marathon beginner training guide This training plan focuses on everything you need to get started,and convert you from complete beginner to a fitter, hea...
Full marathon intermediate training guide This training plan focuses on everything you need to get started,and convert you from into a fitter, healthier, successf...
Full resource ZIP file containing the full set of resources from Enhancing Mental Wellbeing –Five Ways to Wellbeing at Work.
Full resource - Creating positive environments Download the full set of resources via Zip file.
Full resource - bullying prevention Download the full set of resources via Zip file.
Fundraising toolkit Our awesome how-to guide packed with fundraising tips and helpful information.
Gender on birth certificates Submission supporting self-identification of gender on birth certificates.
Getting Heard How to get heard- talking to your parents
Getting Through Together Wellbeing Tips Simple tips designed to help get you thinking about what will help your mental wellbeing at the moment
Getting help and advice This factsheet contains numbers you can contact for assistance and advice around workplace issues.
Getting help and advice in the workplace We’ve highlighted where you can access further support for yourself or your people.
Grief and Loss during Covid-19 This resource was developed by people with lived experience of grief and loss. Everyone's loss is unique, we hope this r...
Guide for mental health professionals Guide for clinical professionals
Half marathon beginner training guide This training plan focuses on everything you need to get started,and convert you from complete beginner to a fitter, hea...
Half marathon intermediate training guide This training plan focuses on everything you need to get started,and turn you into a fitter, healthier, successful half...
Having suicidal thoughts and finding a way back Information about support, advice from others who lived through their own suicidal thoughts & suggestions about recovery
Having suicidal thoughts? Getting Through Together If you are worried about your immediate safety call your local mental health crisis assessment team. If you are in immed...
Helplines and local mental health services A directory of helplines and local mental health service contact details.
Helplines and local mental health services A directory of helplines and local mental health service contact details.
How To Tell Your Lived Experience Story Safely Download this guidance to help you share your lived experience story safely.
How do I best support my people? Information to support and maintain a “normal” workplace environment as best you can.
How to be an Upstander An Upstander is someone who notices bullying and uses words or actions to help.
How to create a mentally healthy workplace This factsheet summarises what makes a mentally healthy workplace.
How to fold the quick tips card Follow these steps to fold your quick tips print resource.
How to get heard This pamphlet gives you some ideas & places to start when having difficult conversations with your parents or other peop...
How to have a conversation about mental health If you notice a team member is struggling with their mental health, don't ignore it. Be empathetic, approachable and wil...
How work impacts mental health Working Well factsheet from the Mental Health Foundation.
I am living with manawa pā/triggered thoughts and emotions Living through the impacts of COVID-19 has triggered new and old manawa pā/distressing thoughts for me. I could be feeli...
I haven’t told them, they haven’t asked 22 people with experience of mental illness, were asked about their employment experiences.
I need to access mental health supports and services Therapeutic, peer-led or medical hauora hinengāro/mental health supports and services are an important part of my kete/t...
Identifying your challenges Identifying your challenges and how they may affect you.
Implement He Ara Oranga We are calling for the Government to show us how He Ara Oranga, the report of the Government Inquiry into mental health...
Introduction to minimising and managing workplace stress This resource helps you explore what stress is and what organisations and individuals can do to minimise and help manage...
Introduction to workplace bullying prevention Learn how to create positive work environments that prevent bullying.
I’m having a hard time getting through Tips to support someone you care about
Joint submission on updated Guidelines to the Mental Health Act 1992 The Mental Health Foundation and the Like Minds, Like Mine programmes joint submission to the Ministry of Health on upda...
Late Life Depression Useful information on how to recognise depression in older people, its causes, and where to get help.
Lend an ear A3 portrait poster with Open Minds branding.
Literature review to support the update of media guidelines MHF Literature review to support the update of media guidelines on mental health and mental illness.
Losing a loved one to suicide during COVID-19 The death of a loved one is one of life’s most difficult experiences. If you’re here because you’ve lost someone you car...
MHAW 2020 workplace resource When your mental wellbeing is strong and your workplace is safe, supportive and inclusive, you will feel more engaged in...
MHAW 2021 Guide Download this guide for daily activity ideas to help you bring MHAW to life
MHAW 2021 Poster Set A set of four posters to brighten up your walls during MHAW and beyond!
MHF Annual Review 2006 2006 has been another busy year for the Mental Health Foundation.
MHF Strategic Approach 2010 – 2015 The Mental Health Foundation intends to initiate activities and dialogue creatively at a national level.
MHF Strategic Approach 2016 – 2020 The vision & strategic goals of the organisation for the next five years.
MHF Strategic Plan 2006 – 2010 Making mental health everybody's business.
Mana-enhancing communication – a framework A framework to help you bring people and teams together to close the gap between different communication styles and need...
Managing our anger A handbook of tools for parents and caregivers helping children and young people through angry times.
Media Grants application pack Download our pukatono/application pack to get started.
Media Grants applications Forms and supporting information for media grant applications
Media guidelines To equip journalists with the understanding to report on mental health issues safely, accurately and respectfully.
Media guidelines checklist Things to consider when portraying people living with mental illness and mental health issues in Aotearoa.
Men and Depression Useful information on what depression is, its symptoms, the treatment options available, self-help tips, and how to get...
Mental Health (Compulsory Assessment and Treatment) Amendment Bill Written submission to the Health Committee on the Mental Health (Compulsory Assessment and Treatment) Amendment Bill
Mental Health Foundation Annual Report 2017/2018 The report describes the MHF's work in 2017/2018 to create a society where all people flourish.
Mental Health Foundation Special Annual Report 2020 Calendar Year This report surveys the Foundation’s work in 2020, helping people sustain their mental health and wellbeing through trou...
Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission Bill Submission to Health Committee on Mental Health and Wellbeing Commission Bill
Mental health and wellbeing definitions Make sure your team is on the same page with mental health terms.
Mental health during times of uncertainty - webinar Tips for looking after your mental health in times of uncertainty
Mental illness is a thing A3 portrait poster with Open Minds branding.
Mindful Colouring Template A calming activity for older tamariki and adults – get creative and bring your MHAW scene to life!
Mindful colouring template Mindful colouring template for Mental Health Awarness Week 2021
Māori Employees' Experiences in the Workplace Survey Nga tūmahi wheako e nga Kaimahi Māori i roto i te Wāhanga Mahi
Māori Health Action Plan Submission to the Ministry of Health Fee on the Māori Health Action Plan to implement He Korowai Oranga 2020 – 2025.
Not easy to see A3 portrait poster with Open Minds branding.
Open Minds - A Guide for Managers The guide provides information and guidance for managers to support someone experiencing mental distress, with the aim t...
Open Minds manager poster Downloadable poster with tips for managers supporting people through tough times.
Open Minds poster. This downloadable poster can be printed out and displayed in your workplace to help open the kōrero.
Open Minds – For more information and support Where to find more information and support.
Open Minds – Frequently asked questions Frequently asked questions about Open Minds.
Paolo (SPINZ English version) 2007 Suicide prevention information for people working with Samoans in Niu Sila.
Paolo (SPINZ Samoan version) 2007 Suicide prevention information for people working with Samoans in Niu Sila.
Personal Safety Plan Personal Safety Plan
Personal safety plan Keep a record of the things you can do and the people you can contact to keep yourself safe.
Personal wellbeing plan Worksheets to help develop a personal wellbeing plan that incorporates the Five Ways to Wellbeing.
Pink Shirt Day workplace toolkit 2020 Information and tools to help you create positive workplace environments where bullying cannot thrive!
Policy and processes matrix Tool to identify what policies or processes are in place that reinforces or supports mental wellbeing.
Position statement on eating disorders MHF position statement calling for a comprehensive approach to addressing eating disorders in Aotearoa.
Position statement on perinatal mental health MHF position statement calling for a significant shift in our approach to perinatal mental health towards a prevention a...
Positive communication at work Positive communication is the cornerstone of creating a psychologically safe workplace.
Positive work environments A positive work environment and culture looks like…
Positive work environments matrix Think about how your workplace affects how you feel, function and connect with others.
Positive, open, two-way communication – tips for managers With job satisfaction, performance and retention all related to a person’s immediate supervisor, a manager’s approach to...
Postcard: Five Ways to Wellbeing (English) Postcard to remind you of five simple strategies for Five Ways to Wellbeing.
Postcard: Five Ways to Wellbeing (Te Reo) Downloadable and printable postcard in Te Reo
Poster: Five Ways to Wellbeing (English) Printable and downloadable posters for your home or workplace.
Poster: Five Ways to Wellbeing (Te Reo) Downloadable and printable poster in Te Reo
Poster: The Whanau Effect Poster showing positive ways whānau affect mental wellbeing.
Postnatal Depression This pamphlet provides information on postnatal depression, its related conditions and how to get support and help.
PowerPoint Slides These 20 simple PowerPoint slides can be used during your train the trainer workshop.
PowerPoint Slides PowerPoint slides to facilitate a five ways to wellbeing at work session.
PowerPoint Slides - Minimising and managing workplace stress These slides, in conjunction with the fact sheets and worksheets, can support you to present and run activities around s...
Proactive mental wellbeing planning template This template can be used to get employees thinking proactively about their mental health at work.
Problem solving together planning template A template to create a support plan with an employee experiencing mental distress or illness.
Proposed regime for cannabis regulation Submission to the Ministry of Justice about the proposed regulatory regime for cannabis (prior to the development of the...
Protection for First Responders and Prison Officers Bill Mental Health Foundation response to the Protection for First Responders and Prison Officers Bill
Psychiatric survivor Johnny Matteson has fought at the forefront of Aotearoa’s lived experience movement for over 30 years.
Quick tips on having a mental health conversation in your workplace A pocket-sized 8 pager for easy reference and reminders.
Reasonable accommodations for people with mental distress or illness This factsheet offers simple tips managers can use to have mental health conversations with their team.
Reducing the impact of stress – The Three Rs A combination of the three Rs – Refuel | Whakatipu, Resolve | Whakatika, and Relax | Whakatā
Reference list Reference list for Working Well fact sheets.
Reference list Reference list for Working Well fact sheets.
References workplace stress Reference list for minimising and managing workplace stress
References: Bullying Reference list for bullying
Refuelling the tank worksheet Assess your levels of stress and understand when to take action.
Relax for health A CD designed to help you relax deeply and leave you feeling refreshed and more energetic.
Reporting and portrayal of mental health issues This background document is for people who are helping us to develop guidelines, to inform conversations and share what...
Reporting on the Canterbury terrorist event - media guidelines Media guidelines for reporting on the events of 15 March 2019.
Resource list A two-page handout of organisations, resources and information to build a vibrant and flourishing workplace.
Respect Costs Nothing A survey of discrimination faced by people with experience of mental illness in Aotearoa New Zealand.
Retirement This pamphlet provides useful information about planning for your wellbeing in retirement.
Return to work planning template A planning template for an employee’s return to work after time off for mental health challenges.
Rights of Victims of Insane Offenders Bill Joint submission from the MHF and the Like Minds Programme to the Justice Committee on the Rights of Victims of Insane O...
Role-play scenario A Working Well guide and resource
Screensaver and e-signatures. Spread the word and encourage others to open the kōrero with these digital resources.
Self Help Strategies Useful strategies are staying grounded, deep breathing, and relaxation. Find out more.
Sexual violence submssion to Justice Committee. Endorsed by Platform Charitable Trust and developed with researcher Sandra Dickson and Refugees as Survivors NZ
Simple tips for mental health conversations This factsheet offers simple tips managers can use to have mental health conversations with their team.
Skills for positive communication An activity to help individuals and teams think about and describe positive communication at work. It also highlights ke...
Social Inclusion and Exclusion An exploratory investigation into social inclusion and exclusion, as they relate to discrimination.
Staff Wellbeing Powerpoint These 20 simple powerpoint slides can be used during your train the trainer workshop
Stepping out of the Shadows A collection of articles, essays and personal accounts about self-stigma associated with mental illness
Stop the armed police trial Joint letter with individuals and 12 organisations to Minister of Police calling for the Armed Response Team trial to be...
Stories of Success Mental health service users’ experiences of social inclusion in Aotearoa New Zealand.
Stress and how to handle it Useful information on what contributes to stress, the warning signs to watch for and how to manage you stress.
Stress in the workplace fact sheet Job stress is a significant occupational hazard but what is stress, how does it impact work and how can you recognise it...
Submission to independent follow-up review of seclusion and restraint practices in Aotearoa New Zealand To identify where seclusion and restraint practices in Aotearoa New Zealand have progressed, and where improvements are...
Support Groups for Suicide Loss A handbook for people thinking of starting a support group for suicide loss in their communities.
Switching on your relaxation response This helps focus your mind on thoughts or actions that feel good – interrupting stressful thoughts and feelings.
Takatāpui: Part of the Whānau Takatāpui meaning intimate companion of the same sex
Take time to kōrero poster set Set of 3 printable posters reminding people to take time to kōrero
Talking about suicide and mental health during the 2020 election campaign (and beyond) We want to help you talk about these critical public health issues with a sense of hope, energy and optimism, and avoid...
Tank on empty? Identify what stress looks like for you and the warning signs to look out for.
Te Whare Tapa Whā Chatterbox Get tamariki talking with this chatterbox – simply print, cut and fold to create yours
Team discussion – The triple filter test The triple filter test helps you reconsider what you are going to say or say nothing at all.
Team discussion – values and behaviours If your organisation doesn’t have formal values, take some time to discuss with your people what these should be.
Team discussions Planning for strengthening mental wellbeing in the team.
The Art of Conversation A3 portrait poster with Open Minds branding.
The business case for bullying prevention Bullying is a serious issue for New Zealand workplaces – one in five employees report they experience bullying each ye...
The business case for positive communication When there is a culture of positive communication problems can be raised, issues addressed and accidents minimised or av...
The business case for wellbeing Looking after employee mental health and wellbeing saves businesses money.
The daily grind A3 portrait poster with Open Minds branding.
Tihei Mauri Ora Information about how to support people who might be distressed and those who are recovering from feeling suicidal.
Tihei Mauri Ora Postcard A postcard to support someone who may be experiencing distress, listing helplines they can call to get support.
Tips for supporting someone online Tips on what to say when supporting someone online
Tips for supporting someone online - Getting Through Together Tips for supporting someone online
Tool 5 – Introducing mindfulness Use these practical examples to support your people and teams to take a minute and Take Notice
Top tips for adults supporting teen viewers of 13 Reasons Why How to have a safe and open conversation around tough topics
Understand customers Download to see actual poster, as an A3 portrait.
Understanding Bipolar This brochure provides information on bipolar, the treatments available and some self-help tips.
Understanding mental health and wellbeing This factsheet will help you understand mental health and wellbeing
Understanding the stress response Understanding how stress works and why it can be harmful can help you reduce the harm.
Understanding trauma Any situation that leaves you feeling overwhelmed and alone can be traumatic, even if it doesn’t involve physical harm.
Walk A Mile in Our Shoes Exploring discrimination within and towards families and whanau of people diagnosed with mental illness.
We're here to support you Information about self-care and how to cope in the days and weeks after losing someone to suicide.
We're on a continuum A3 portrait poster with Open Minds branding.
Wellbeing amongst New Zealanders IPSOS study commissioned by MHF to assess the wellbeing of New Zealanders
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New Zealand Human Rights Commission's Transgender Inquiry The inquiry into discrimination experienced by transgender people, published 2008.
OCD Action UK OCD Action is the UK's national charity focusing on Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD).
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Pasifika media guidelines for reporting suicide in New Zealand Le Va's Pasifika media guidelines for reporting suicide in New Zealand
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Pink Shirt Day An antibullying campaign that celebrates diversity and creates more inclusive environments.
Plunket Whānau āwhina - caring for families. Plunket works together with families and communities.
Plunket Parenting Podcasts Tune in to Season 1 of the Plunket Parenting Podcast for trustworthy parenting advice and support, and some good chat.
Post traumatic growth after grief and loss The Grief Centre
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Preventing suicide: How to start a survivors' group World Health Organization
Provisional Coronial Suicide Statistics 2017/18 Provisional Coronial Suicide statistics for 2017/2018.
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Psychology Today – Personality Disorders Personality disorders resources, essential reading and interviews with leaders in addiction treatment.
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Recovery and Peer Support networks if you have lived experienced of mental illness, consider volunteering as a peer-support worker.
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Relax for health A CD designed to help you relax deeply and leave you feeling refreshed and more energetic.
Reporting suicide A Ministry of Health resource for the media reporting of suicide.
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SPARX NZ developed computer program that helps young people learn skills to deal with feeling down, depressed or stressed.
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Sane Australia – Schizophrenia Spotlight on schizophrenia - information, stories, factsheets and guides from Sane Australia.
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See Me (Scotland): Bipolar Disorder See Me is Scotland's Programme to tackle mental health stigma. Read personal stories of living with Bipolar.
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Sir John Kirwan: Opinion piece. Sir John Kirwan: People tell their doctor they've got 'a case of the JKs'.
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Suicide – Coronial Services of New Zealand Information from the Coroners court
Summary report farming women on their wellbeing – 2018 Farming Women on Their Wellbeing: Research Summary 2018.
SuperGrans Aotearoa We share the skills and experience of people who have bought up families (SuperGrans) with people just starting out.
SuperGrans Manawatu SuperGrans offers one-on-one mentoring and hands-on workshops within the Manawatu area.
Supporting Families New Zealand SFNZ supports families, whānau and communities to foster mental wellbeing & plays a key role in the journey to wellness.
Supporting Pacific communities bereaved by suicide A resource for anyone looking to provide better support for pacific families and communities who have lost a loved one t...
Take the Load Off Take the Load Off is an online campaign to reduce mental illness stigma and discrimination. It focuses on the simple thi...
Take time to kōrero poster set Set of 3 time to kōrero posters - available in A3 and A4
Talking Minds A website co-designed with young New Zealanders who have experienced psychosis, and their families/whānau.
Talking Therapies for Māori Wise practice guide for mental health and addiction services.
Talking Therapies for Pasifika Peoples Best practice guide for mental health and addiction services.
Talking Works Connecting you with professional counsellors
Talking about suicide Information from the Ministry of Health on talking about suicide.
Talking to your children about scary world news What you can do is help to minimise the negative impact it has on your children. Here are some top tips.
Te Au Maori Supporting Māori whānau, iwi, hapū and communities to prevent suicide.
Te Au Maori Research Centre Visit this page regularly to view the latest research, evidence and information about suicide prevention for Māori.
Te Au suicide prevention resources Suicide prevention booklets, printable resources, and videos
Te Hikuwai: Resources for wellbeing Learn some relaxation skills that will allow physical and/or mental tension to be released.
Te Hokinga ā Wairua End of Life Service Information about what to do, and services that might be available to you, following the death of a loved one.
Te Kaha Indigenous Rangatahi Health Hub bringing youth health, wellness, education, employment & development to our community.
Te Kāhui Māngai Te Kāhui Māngai is a useful tool for anyone to find out basic information about iwi, hapū and marae.
Te Puni Kōriri COVID-19 information for Māori
Te Rau Ora New Zealand’s indigenous Māori organisation providing a range of local and national programmes to improve Māori Health.
Te Rōpu Whakaupapa Urutā Information on Alert Level Tikanga and Tangihanga
Te Whare Tapa Wha: There is a way through Throughout NZ, right now, there are other people like you who have lots of stress, low mood, depression or anxiety.
Te Whare Tapa Whā translated Translated into the following languages: Chinese, Korean, Japanese, Vietnamese, Thai, Hindi
Telling a child about suicide Conversations Matter Australia
The Good Registry gift cards Kiwibank gave all of its staff the gift of giving last Christmas with a Good Registry donation gift card.
The Journal NZ based self-help programme designed to teach you skills that can help get through mild to moderate depression.
The Lowdown Straight-up answers for when life sucks. Whatever’s going on you’ll find ideas and people who can help you get unstuck.
The Postnatal Distress Centre (NZ) Need to talk? You may think you are the only woman to feel like you do but you are not alone .
The Royal Australian & New Zealand College of Psychiatrists: Eating Disorders Eating disorders: Clinical practice guidelines and associated resources.
The Through the Maze - Chapter Three It’s a puzzle, it’s a maze
The Through the Maze - Chapter Two Take us seriously, and above all listen
The Ups and Downs of Bipolar Disorder A pictorial view of Bipolar from Nursing School Hub; designed to provide useful information and resources.
The golden girls of Carramar Marion, Lois, Liz and Colleen are four single 60-somethings who’ve clubbed together to buy a sprawling house in Perth.
Those unintentional barriers How easy is it to talk about mental health at work and what unintentional barriers may stop the conversation.
Through the Maze - Chapter Four If you know the way, light it for others
Through the Maze - chapter One Chapter One: “Out of sight, out of mind”
Tips for parents for talking with their children about 13 Reasons Why and suicide. Published be American foundation for suicide prevention
Tourette Association of America American website with resources and information about Tourette's
Tourette Syndrome Information Page Details of current research from The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS)
Training video Role plays showing how to have a conversation about mental health issues in the workplace.
Twitter Follow MHF on Twitter
Tūpuna – Ngā Kaitiaki Mokopuna This resource explores the experiences of Māori grandparents in New Zealand.
UK Mental Health Foundation for Depression Free audio podcasts that can help you relax and improve your sense of wellbeing
Under the pump – flyer Checklist of questions to find out: Are You Under the Pump? Signs of unhealthy stress – what to look out for.
Understanding phobias A booklet for anyone who has a phobia, their friends & family. It describes what phobias are & what help is available.
Understanding postnatal depression Possible causes of postnatal depression, signs to look out for, what might help and what support is available.
Understanding sexual abuse Information on what sexual abuse is, common reactions, support for parents and family, and FAQs.
Unite for the Recovery Unite for the Recovery website, New Zealand Government
Victim Support NZ Our 24 / 7 service is provided free of charge throughout New Zealand to help victims of serious crime and trauma.
Virtual events Join a virtual walking/running event and stay connected with friends and whānau in times of physical distancing.
Voices of hope Promoting mental wellbeing, empowerment and recovery.
Volunteering Auckland Offer and match people, whether as individuals or teams, to voluntary opportunities and projects across the greater Auck...
Well Women Franklin A range of services for women and families experiencing or at risk of experiencing antenatal and/or postnatal distress.
Wellbeing Tips poster - translated Translated into the following languages: Chinese, Korean, Thai, Vietnamese, Hindi
Wellness recovery action plan Wellness recovery action plan can help to identify early signs of mental distress and put a crisis plan in place
Whakatau Mai - The Wellbeing Sessions Whakatau Mai - The Wellbeing Sessions are free, virtual community events aimed at supporting wellbeing in real-time – to...
What are our triggers? How different people experience mental distress and the role of workplace stress.
What's it worth? The benefits of talking about mental health and the risks faced when workplaces avoid the conversation.
What's stopping us? We address the fears and worries that both employers and employees may have when talking about mental health at work.
What's up? A safe place for you to talk about anything at all. If you don't feel like talking right now, you'll find helpful tips.
When someone dies suddenly: A guide to coronial services in New Zealand Ministry of Justice
When you’re grieving A factsheet that explains grief and how to cope with it
WikiHow: How to act toward someone with Dissociative Identity Disorder 3 ways to act toward someone with Dissociative Identity Disorder.
Women's Refuge NZ New Zealand’s largest nation-wide organisation that supports and helps women and children experiencing family violence.
WorkSafe About work-related health and work-related stress.
Working through depression A personalised online programme focusing on positivity, lifestyle and problem solving.
Workplace Policy Builder Enables businesses to create customised policies on health and wellbeing, including mental wellbeing.
Workplace kōrero card set Use these kōrero starter cards in your workplace to build connections and get to know your hoamahi/colleagues better
World Fellowship for Schizophrenia and Allied Disorders An organisation dedicated to lightening the burden of schizophrenia and other serious mental illnesses.
Youthline We're here to help, and are here for you. Feel free to send us a text on 234.
camh More information on signs, symptoms and treatments of BPD
instagram Follow MHF on instagram
kaupapa Māori health providers by area, A list of kaupapa Māori health providers by area
myhealthapps – ADHD A selection of health apps for those with ADHD. Some free, some with small charge.

Mental Health Conditions

ADHD in adults What causes ADHD, signs to look for, how your doctor determines if you have ADHD and treatment options.
ADHD in children What causes ADHD, signs to look for, how your doctor determines if you have ADHD and treatment options.
Alcohol What causes alcoholism and alcohol abuse, signs to look for, how to decide if you have a problem and treatment.
Anger Anger in children, anger in adolescents, signs to look for, how your doctor can help and treatment.
Anorexia nervosa Anorexia: Signs to look for & treatment options
Anxiety What causes anxiety, signs to look for, how your doctor determines if you have GAD and treatment options.
Autism spectrum disorders Who gets an autism spectrum disorder, causes, signs to look for, diagnosis and treatment options.
Bipolar affective disorder Experiencing bipolar disorder can be a challenge, but it can be managed well with the right mix of strategies.
Body dysmorphic disorder What causes BDD, signs to look for, how your doctor determines if you have BDD and treatment options.
Borderline personality disorder Who gets BPD, signs to look for, how your doctor determines if you have BPD, treatment options and supporting recovery.
Bulimia nervosa What causes bulimia, signs to look for, how your doctor determines if you have an eating disorder and treatment options
Depression Depression: Signs to look for & treatment options
Depression - Youth Myths about depression, causes, signs to look for, how your doctor determines if your child has depression and treatment
Dissociative identity disorder (DID) Signs to look for, how your doctor determines if you have DID, treatment options and supporting a loved one.
Eating disorders Causes, signs to look for, how your doctor determines if you have an eating disorder and treatment options.
Gender dysphoria Causes, diagnosis, transition and treatment options and supporting someone else.
Grief and loss Signs to look for, how the doctor can help, treatment options and important strategies to support recovery.
Narcissistic personality disorder Causes, signs to look for, how your doctor determines if you have narcissism, treatment options and supporting recovery.
Obsessive compulsive disorder Who gets OCD, causes, signs to look for, how a health professional determines if you have OCD and treatment options
Panic disorder Causes, signs to look for, how your doctor determines if you have panic attacks or panic disorder and treatment options.
Personality disorders - general Types, causes, signs to look for, how your doctor determines if you have a personality disorder and treatment options.
Phobias Causes, signs to look for, how your doctor determines if you have a phobia, treatment options and supporting recovery.
Post-traumatic stress disorder Signs to look for, how your doctor determines if you have PTSD, treatment options and strategies to support recovery
Postnatal depression What causes postnatal depression, signs to look for, how to determine if you have a problem and treatment options.
Postnatal psychosis Postnatal psychosis: Signs & treatment
Schizoaffective disorder Causes, signs to look for, how your doctor determines if you have schizoaffective disorder and treatment options.
Schizophrenia What causes schizophrenia, signs to look for, how a doctor tests for schizophrenia and treatment options.
Seasonal Affective Disorder What causes SAD, signs to look for, how your doctor determines if you have SAD and treatment options
Self-harm Who is most at risk, getting help to feel better and supporting someone who is self-harming.
Suicide: Supporting someone after a suicide attempt This information is to help you support someone who has tried to take their own life.
Suicide: coping with suicidal thoughts If you’re having thoughts of suicide, you are not alone.
Suicide: worried about someone? Who is most at risk of suicide, signs to look for, how to support someone's recovery and caring for yourself

Support Groups

ADHD NZ National Support (adults) A non-profit organisation committed to supporting those living with ADHD their families.
Amigos Provide groups and activities for people who have experienced mental distress
Anxiety Trust NZ Peer Support Groups Peer support for people experiencing anxiety
Aoake te Rā Free, brief therapeutic support service for those bereaved by suicide
Arahura Charitable Trust A trust providing housing and support for people experiencing mental health challenges.
Arataki Ministries Community-based support for people with mental illness in Northland.
Auckland North Shore Waves Group 8 week suicide bereavement support program.
Auckland Waves Group 8 week suicide bereavement support program.
Awareness Canterbury A consumer network for action on mental health and addictions.
Balance Aotearoa A well-established national bipolar and depression support network, including resources and online forums.
Bereaved by Suicide Support Groups Peer support groups for people bereaved by suicide.
Bereaved by suicide support group – Invercargill Facilitated group meetings with other people living with suicide grief.
Bipolar Support Group at DRIVE Consumer Direction A support group in south Auckland for people managing life with bipolar disorder.
CARE Marlborough Peer led community mental health organisation
Centre 401 Trust Peer and self-help centre for people with experience of mental illness.
Christchurch Waves Group A programme designed to support adults who have been bereaved by suicide.
Comcare Trust Mental health and addiction services for the people of Canterbury.
Compass Peer Support and Advocacy Service (Health Action Trust) Community mental health peer advocacy and support service.
Compassionate Friends A group for parents whose child/children have died.
Connect-Up Waihi Connect-Up is a mental health peer support group in Waihi.
Eating Disorders Association of New Zealand Family support for those with loved ones with eating disorders.
Ember – Korowai Takitini Support and services for people in mental distress, people with addiction issues and people with intellectual disabiliti...
Empathy - a Support Group for all who have been bereaved by suicide Support group for all who have been bereaved by suicide.
Empathy support group, Hibiscus Coast/Orewa For people who have lost loved ones to suicide in the Rodney or North Shore area.
Evolve Peer Support Trust A mindfulness-based service for Depression and Anxiety
Family Connections Free program for families of people experiencing hard to control emotions or BPD.
Fixate – OCD support group A support group for friends and families of people with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.
Friday peer recovery and support group For men and women with mental health issues and their whānau.
GROW Mental Health Community GROW offers a supportive environment to help those who struggle to live well in the world.
Gisborne Waves Group A programme designed to support adults who have been bereaved by suicide.
Grief Support Services, Tauranga Support for people who have lost loved ones to suicide.
HUGS (Helping Understand Grief of Suicide) – Kerikeri & Whangarei HUGS is a support group open to anyone who has lost their loved one to suicide.
Hamilton Suicide Loss Support Group Support for those who have lost someone close to them to suicide
Hamilton Waves Group A program designed to support adults who have been bereaved by suicide.
Hearing Voices Network Aotearoa NZ Support groups and online forums for people who hear voices or see visions and other unusual sensory perceptions.
Helping Parents Heal - Australia/New Zealand Moving Forward After Suicide Online support group for families who have lost a child to suicide
Helplines A list of some of the phone-based and online services available in New Zealand that offer support, information and help.
Howick, Auckland WAVES group A programme designed to support adults who have been bereaved by suicide.
Hutt Valley Waves Group A programme designed to support adults who have been bereaved by suicide.
Invercargill Waves Group A programdesigned to support adults who have been bereaved by suicide.
Junction Peer support and advocacy for people with mental health and/or addiction issues.
Kenzie's Gift Supporting the mental health of children and young people affected by serious illness or bereavement.
Kāhui Tū Kaha Kāhui Tū Kaha provides support to people with mental illness in the Auckland, Counties Manukau or Waitemata District Hea...
Life Matters Suicide Prevention Trust – bereavement support group Bereavement support groups led by trained facilitators with lived experience.
MHAPS: Mental Health Advocacy and Peer Support A peer-led, Christchurch-based charitable trust working in mental health and addictions.
MIX - Connecting, Creating, Living Art and wellbeing programs for people experiencing mental health challenges.
Men's change and support group A general support group for men going through change, difficult times, including depression.
Mental Health Consumer Advocacy Service Care Marlborough provides peer-led advocacy and support to tangata whaiora/mental health services users within the Marlb...
Mind and Body Mental health peer support, education, and independent advocacy
Mind and Body – Canterbury A peer support programme for people in mental distress and those with addiction struggles.
Mothers' Helpers Supporting mums under stress
No Words Needed A support group for suicide loss in Taupo.
North Shore Women's Centre Providing essential support services for women
Northland Waves Group 8 week suicide bereavement support program
Oasis Network Inc Peer support, advocacy and information for people who identify as having experience of mental distress, illness or addic...
One Voice Grief group for men and young men.
Otago Mental Health Support Trust Support for adults with experience of mental distress, particularly bipolar disorder.
Overeaters Anonymous We welcome everyone who wants to stop eating compulsively.
PACT Support services for people recovering from mental illness.
PROP – People Relying On People Support for whānau caring for someone experiencing mental illness and/or addiction
Papamoa after suicide support group Support for those who have lost a loved one to suicide.
Parent to Parent Supporting parents raising children with disabilities
Perinatal Support Nelson Supporting mums and their families/whanau in the Nelson/Tasman Region.
Perinatal Wellbeing Canterbury A safe and supportive environment for mothers and primary care givers suffering from PND.
Progress to Health A community-based organisation providing individualised and group activities that enhance wellbeing.
Progress to Health A community-based organisation providing individualised and group activities that enhance mental and physical wellbeing.
Riverlight suicide support group Support after the loss of a loved one to suicide.
STAROS – Hawke's Bay Affected by Suicide Support Group Facilitated support group for those affected by suicide loss.
Solace Support Auckland A peer support group for people bereaved by suicide.
South Waikato (Tokoroa) Waves Group A programme designed to support adults who have been bereaved by suicide.
Step Ahead Trust Activity-based programs to to enable people to live well in their community.
Supported Volunteering Programme Support for people to explore volunteering as a way towards recovery.
Tauranga after suicide support group Support for those who have lost a loved one to suicide.
Te Ara Korowai A peer support and creativity hub for people to improve their mental health and wellbeing.
Te Ata A West Auckland peer support service for people who experience mental health issues and are aged 18+ years.
Te Tai Tokerau Tangata Whai Ora Network Mental health consumer peer support and networking.
The WALSH Trust Support services that promote recovery for people whose lives have been affected by an experience of mental illness.
ThroughBlue Support group for women with experience of depression.
Timaru Waves Group A programme designed to support adults who have been bereaved by suicide.
Together – bereaved parents support group A peer support group welcoming parents who have lost a child of any age.
Turning Point Trust A mental health and addictions recovery support service.
Wairarapa Waves Group A programme designed to support adults who have been bereaved by suicide.
Well Women Franklin We support women and their families in Franklin and Papakura who are experiencing Antenatal or Postnatal Distress and An...
Wellington Suicide-Loss Support Group A peer support group for adults bereaved by suicide.
Wellington Waves Group A programme designed to support adults who have been bereaved by suicide.
West Coast Suicide Loss Group Monthly support and shared activities for all people affected by bereavement due to suicide.
West Coast Waves Group A programme designed to support adults who have been bereaved by suicide.
Whanganui support group for those bereaved by suicide Support group for people bereaved by suicide.
Whatever It Takes Trust (WIT) Support for anyone who has mental health and addiction issues.
Women's Centre Rodney Women’s Centre Rodney aims to help you to feel empowered, supported and resourced to face life’s challenges.
Workbridge Helping thousands of Kiwis with disabilities or health conditions connect with great employers, every year, for free.
Workwise Workwise works with people who are facing personal or health challenges and supports them to return to or stay in employ...
Yellow Brick Road Supporting families towards mental wellbeing

Team Members

Adrian Te Patu For nearly four decades Adrian has worked for government departments, crown agencies, community organisation, iwi, and h...
Alanna Ramsay Alanna was born and raised in Hong Kong before moving to Scotland where she studied Politics and International Relations...
Amanda Wickman Prior to joining the Mental Health Foundation she worked in a communications role at Youthline and then spent two years...
Ana Bogdanovic Ana has a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and English from the University of Auckland and hopes one day to continue her s...
Anthony Ruakere An experienced advisor and former lawyer who has worked across the private and public sectors for more than 20 years, An...
Celine Kao Celine was born in Taiwan and grew up in Kirikiriroa Hamilton. She completed her honours degree in public relations at t...
Christie Tai Christie graduated from Auckland University of Technology with a Bachelor of Business, majoring in Human Resources Manag...
Christina Looker Christina Looker is a Kaiwhakarite Māori Engagement Specialist
Ciarán Fox Ciarán has a background in youth health, community development and the arts.
Daemon Coyle Daemon is Ngāi Tahu and has a background managing social marketing, communications and social innovation programmes
Danielle Whitburn Danielle completed degrees in Philosophy and Public Relations and has travelled to more than 50 countries.
Donna-Jean Tairi He uri o Ngāti Rongomai me Ngāti Pikiao, Te Arawa me Ngāti Koroki-Kahukura , Waikato-Tainui.
Dr. Sarah Gordon Sarah’s personal experience of mental illness shaped her university study with the areas of psychology, medical law, bio...
Emilie Putter Joining the MHF has allowed Emilie to combine her consulting skills with her passion for public health.
Emily Draper Emily is passionate about using social media to promote good mental health and destigmatise mental illness, and jumped a...
Georgina Giordani Gina is of NZ European and Ngati Porou descent. She enjoys living in West Auckland near the beaches and the beautiful ra...
Gwen Lee Gwen is a graduate of the University of Auckland, majoring in Statistics and specialising in Computer Science
Helena Westwick Helena’s background is in corporate librarianship and she has a combination of information, communications and analysis...
Jeff Edbrooke Using the tools and tactics from the business world, Jeff works to drive our work into the digital world.
Jeremy Gardiner Jeremy is Chief Executive of Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Awa, an iwi authority representing around 15,000 descendants of Ngāti Aw...
Jess Manson Jess has a BA in Media Studies. Prior to joining The Mental Health Foundation, Jess spent three years in public relation...
Kim Higginson Kim knows the library and its resources back-to-front, having been with the Foundation for more than 13 years. Kim's bac...
Kiritahi Firmin Ko Aotea me Tainui nga waka Ko Ruapehu me Taupiri nga maunga Ko Whanganui me Waikato nga awa Ko Whanganui me Ngati Mania...
Libby Wichman Libby Wichman is a Project Management Coordinator
Lucy Boomer Lucy was born in the UK and has been living in Aotearoa since 2013.
Maisie Thursfield Maisie is a Senior Policy Analyst.
Mark Wilson Mark is passionate about educating people on the suicide loss experience and helping make healthy connections with other...
Miles Turkel Miles is the Finance Administrator within the Administration team. He has a New Zealand Diploma in Business and has prev...
Mohi Allen Mohi Allen is a Kaiwhakarite Māori Engagement Specialist
Ngavaine Dave Nga manages the administration and support staff across all three of our offices.
Olivia Stapleton Supporting mental health and wellbeing has always been a part of Olivia’s life.
Pale Sauni Pale is a leading figure within the Pasifika mental health community
Polly Schaverien Polly is a clinical psychologist who works both in mental health and supporting young people who are struggling with sch...
Ranjna Patel Ranjna is the co-founder of Auckland's Nirvana Health Group, New Zealand's largest independent primary health care netwo...
Rochelle Stewart-Withers Rochelle is an academic at Massey University in the School of People, Environment and Planning: Development Studies
Sarah Andrew Sarah is our office administrator, providing admin support across the organisation.
Shaun Robinson Chief Executive.
Sophia Graham Working for the MHF has allowed Sophia to pursue her interests in social justice and mental health. She loves reading, s...
Thomas Strickland Thomas has a rich background in Māori health, working in health promotion, public health, as well as a cultural advisor.
Vipul Dev Vipul chairs the Mental Health Foundation's finance committee and assists The Board with the review of financial reports...
Virginia Brooks Virginia coordinates the Suicide Bereavement Service and recognises the value of peer support and postvention as prevent...
Wharepaoro Christie Te rangi kei runga, Te whenua kei raro, Te moana kei waho, Taku au kei roto,
Zooey Neumann Zooey is the publications co-ordinator at MHF, managing the webstore and its printed resources.

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Fundraise for us

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Supporting Others

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Community Support Groups

Accessing Mental Health Services

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Frequently Asked Questions

About Us

Vacancies

Contact

Events

Team Members

A website for everyone

Our Work

Resource & Information Service

Stories

Policy & advocacy

Grants

Our Campaigns

Library Info Hub

Book Reviews

Resources

What Is Wellbeing

Five Ways to Wellbeing

Wellbeing Campaigns & Resources

Te Whare Tapa Whā

Support to get through COVID-19

Media Enquiries

Publications & Research

Media Grants

Media guidelines

Fundraise for us

Fundraise online

Move for mental health

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