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Advice: We cut off our toxic daughter. Why doesn’t our family back us up?
New York Times: Lori Gottlieb advises a reader dealing with family estrangement.
Govt hitting most mental health targets but some regions lagging far behind
The latest mental health data for the Government's sector targets was released today.
How online porn has broken sex for young people
Telegraph: Social media bans can't undo the damage already done, experts say.
'It distorts your self': Olivia Cooke on why she ditched Instagram
The actress says social media algorithms made her feel too self-critical.
Advice: I have autism. Can I tell my best friend that I think she does, too?
New York Times: Is it helpful or intrusive to raise the question of neurodivergence?
Resilience 'stretched': High-profile ex-psychologist under supervision order updates supporters
Karen Nimmo can only practise under supervision following a complaint from an ex-client.
'Impacted on dignity': Nurse criticised over strip searches after meth pipe dropped
The nurse accepted she had not provided two patients with the right standard of care.
How mental health can complicate the decision to have children
NYT: The hurdles people with psychological diagnoses face when considering parenthood.
7 unexpected takeaways from the newest research on cannabis and brain effects
Washington Post: Whether it’s used in adolescence, midlife or later may be critical.
The AI chatbots turning Kiwi kids against their families: 'Your parents are #@^!'
Tests showed companion bots encouraged violence, drink driving and even suicide.
'Crying out to be heard': How the manosphere is hurting Kiwi boys
Toxic masculinity messages abound – a youth mentor admits 'I would fall for that' at 14.
'I was furious': What happened when mum turned off teen daughter's Wi-Fi
Sophia realised she hadn't seen her daughter Iyla all day – so she 'flicked the switch'.
'Treated unfairly': IRD ends worker's employment after 29 weeks off work
The ERA found the dismissal was unjustified and ordered $18,000 of compensation.
Are you ‘triggered’ or just upset?
NY Times: The term if often misused, experts say, which may cause more harm than good.
Black Fern on motherhood, mental health and finding her strength again
Two-time Olympic gold medallist Michaela Brake returns to the Ferns Sevens in November.
Police, medics slammed after 11yo autistic girl misidentified, injected with antipsychotic drugs
The girl's mother says she has noticed changes in behaviour since the incident.
The hidden mental health crisis among NZ-Iranians: Suicide attempts, abuse and a community in trauma
Kiwi Iranians report widespread insomnia, persistent anxiety and emotional exhaustion.
Science suggests cringeworthy dad jokes may serve a real purpose
Washington Post: Parents who use humour report stronger attachments with their kids.
Analysis: We liked remote work. Then we looked at the data
New York Times: Surveys of over half a million US workers reveal an uncomfortable truth.
Teen who murdered 10yo girl had earlier slaughtered chickens, inquest hears
The 14-year-old girl was found not legally responsible for the gruesome killing.
'The loneliest generation': NZ video series exposes social media's dark side
Under the Influence investigates teen mental health, the manosphere, AI chatbots and porn.
Stuff pauses high-profile psychologist's column after patient complaint revealed
Karen Nimmo can only practise under supervision.
Congo Ebola outbreak yet to peak and could last a year, Red Cross says
The outbreak has killed nearly 200 people in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda.
Want to be more patient? Try these 6 expert-backed tips
Washington Post: Patience isn’t a fixed trait – it’s a skill you can get better at.
High-profile psychologist Karen Nimmo under supervision order after complaint by ex-client
Nimmo declined to comment when approached by the Herald.
Researchers are uncovering ADHD’s links to these other health conditions
Washington Post: It's still not clear whether there's a biological connection.
‘Significant’ mental health improvements offset by 'persistent' youth and Māori inequities
The findings were revealed in a just-released report.
Australia’s social media ban is floundering. Can it still help younger kids?
New York Times: Some parents say the benefits may fall to the next generation.
3 red flags that suggest a friendship isn’t worth saving, according to therapists
Washington Post: It’s never an easy decision, but sometimes you just need to let go.