Suicide

High school students facing housing deprivation have double the rates of depression and suicide risk, according to a large-scale study based on the Youth2000 surveys co-led by Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington and the University of Auckland

The past year has seen the highest rate of suicide on record for New Zealand, and primary care holds some of the answer says David Codyre 

Provisional figures for the suicide toll have risen to the highest level since statistics were first recorded nine years ago, reaching 606 deaths for the 2016/17 year.
 

Monday marked the start of Mental Health Awareness week, and this year it's all about getting outside and smelling the roses.

Pharmacists, who are often seen as the "friendly face" of the healthcare system, can play a role in helping people who are suicidal. But, as Georgia Merton reports, it is something we should all take ownership of.

Pharmacists, who are often seen as the "friendly face" of the healthcare system, can play a role in helping people who are suicidal. But, as Georgia Merton reports, it is something we should all take ownership of.

New Zealanders are being urged to treat their mental health like they do their physical health and get a regular check-up.