Depression

After battling depression and anxiety, the Vince actress has found her happy place

Depression, drug abuse, death… Nothing is off limits in the new documentary Elton John: Never Too Late

A childhood trauma helps the radio star tune into other people’s suffering

Anthony talks about battling depression, finding hope and why he won’t retire

The star opens up about her mental health setback after a frightening assault overseas

A Kiwi who suffered post-natal depression has launched a charity to support struggling parents

Leaving the rat race for greener pastures has been both holistic and harrowing

Mary’s grateful for the lifeline she was thrown in her tough times

The radio star fought his way out of sadness and is now sharing his secrets

Need a break? Julia recommends you tune out and faff about

Beat the winter blues with these mood-boosting homewares & gadgets

Whanganui woman Jessica Irvine lost her right eye and suffered a brain injury after being shot at close range, but 20 years on, she’s found love and happiness

The mental health activist introduces the amazing doctor who rescued her from rock bottom

The popular TV presenter is having to dig deep to find a silver lining after losing something precious

The radio star reveals she’s found her mojo with the help of a golden girl, plus what she’s not telling her family!

The Heartbreak hunk reveals his rocky ride on reality TV and why he's doing it all again

The actress reveals she's been battling some personal demons as she chases Stateside stardom

''I wasn't very well physically or mentally and I knew that my behaviour had changed... I was diagnosed with being burnt out and pretty severely depressed.''

His alcoholism was well documented, but the former All Black was also hiding a $1000-a-week cocaine habit, as well as self-medicating with sleeping pills and Valium.

A small study has shown there is a higher-than-usual rate of depression and anxiety among those addicted to buying online.

Adopting a parenting style that is mindful of a child’s developing brain is crucial to their mental wellbeing.

''I've been on everything from codeine to methadone and gabapentin to try to help the pain, but there's nothing more they can do.''

Colourful, bold and not one to shy away from an issue, Gwendoline talks candidly about her own experiences and why we need to destigmatise mental illness.

''I had everything I ever wanted in my life, but I'd never been so unhappy.''

When Deborah Hill Cone came off her anti-depressants (on the suggestion of her psychiatrist), she rediscovered her emotions - and great sex!

“These are the eyes which helped me get through the insufferable darkness.”

''I was getting beaten up, I was getting harassed by people and I wasn't sure what it was, because I was playing sport and I didn't think I was gay at all.''

The popular TV personality and Celebrity Treasure Island host is returning to his roots in rural Otago to spend more time with his wife and children.

At his lowest point Dave even considered suicide.

''All I really want in life – is to have a great relationship with my kids,'' says Matt.

“I’m so proud of you for putting yourself and your mind first.”

''365 days without you and yet you have been here with me, every single day.''

“I’m just not coping mentally, so I need to look after myself.”

Having experienced, herself, the full emotional and physical effects work-related stress can cause, mindfulness coach Marisa Garau shares practical steps to help you get back to a more calm and focused state of mind at work and at home.

Home and Away star Sam Frost has shared the heartfelt essay penned by her partner in the hopes it will help others support their loved ones too.

''No-one can prepare you.''

If you were to mention that you were getting therapy to family members, friends or colleagues, do you think it might raise a few eyebrows?

Helena turned her back on her talent as a teen, but there's no stopping the mother of three now.

From our first breath to old age, touch is central and beneficial to our lives. Elli Jacobs tells why we need it – and how to get more.

Yoga isn't accessible for many people who would greatly benefit from it, but Michael is on a mission to change that.

''I thought, 'I've lost two parents, and if I continue going down this road I'm going to be six feet under.' That's what hit me. It was life versus death.''

'My breakdown was my breakthrough. Rather than looking back at what could have been, I embraced what was. I also allowed my feelings of grief 'to be' and flow through me rather than resist it.'

The star admits she no longer wants to be famous. "Honestly, I want a normal life… I don't want any of this crazy, crazy world because it's not worth it."

For once in my life, I actually felt alive.

The former Bachelorette and fitness enthusiast has taken to Instagram to reveal her struggles with anxiety, stress and depression.

After fighting depression for three decades Kevin Billett attended a workshop that put him on the path to healing.

Ariana Grande, Bebe Rexha and Sam Smith have all spoken about their mental health on Twitter and Instagram within the past couple of weeks.

Now To Love chats to psychiatrist, meditation teacher and founder of Mindful In May, Dr Elise Bialylew, who explains how mindfulness can help you shake those bad habits.

Cheap and chic buys you'll love, to support a humbling mental health initiative.

''I've been in that angst of loneliness, where you're really alone in the universe...''

It doesn't matter who you are, where you come from or what job you have, depression doesn't discriminate.

One year on from exposing the shocking abuse she suffered at the hands of her father, Jelena is ready to start a new chapter in her life.

''I feel better than I did, but know there's still plenty to do.''

World-leading research is examining the links between our diet and our risk of mental health problems.

''I know I'm richly blessed and live a privileged life. But it did not make me immune...''

''I promised Greg [Boyed], my old workmate, before he died from depression, I'd go see the doc...''

She now focuses on spreading the word about the warning signs for burn out.

''Without that conversation, who knows what would've happened?''

“I was hiding from the world and wondering why I’m actually here.”

Taking care of your mind and happiness is more important than you think.

Polly first struggled with depression at age 13, but she was only diagnosed at 21 when she found herself in a psychiatric ward.

''If I hadn't discovered the Invictus Games, I'd have gone into a dark place and probably never come back.''

The popular broadcaster is opening up about her own struggles to help raise awareness for others.

'I never thought that I would be a person who got post-natal depression.'

The comedian and mental health campaigner went on the AM show to discuss how to help New Zealanders struggling with their mental health – an issue that is as common as asthma – and the solution is in the hands of our community.

There were many days where Dad would just sit at the kitchen table with his head in his hands.

News of Greg's death hit hard, whether you knew him or not.

His family released a heartbreaking statement. "Greg was the kindest and most caring man, a devoted father who cherished and loved his two children. We are all struggling to comes to terms with this."

The true story of Penguin Bloom has inspired Reese Witherspoon and Naomi Watts to make a movie.

"Honestly, she makes me a better person," says a clearly smitten Robbie. "She changed me. I didn't know who I was before I met her."

"I can’t remember being this happy," she says. "The last few years have been ones of coming through problems. Now I am enjoying life on Corrie and the future's so much brighter."

Worrying about things and feeling anxious can be totally natural, but if these emotions are ruling your life, it may be time to take action.

Complaints that there are not enough warnings over extremely graphic scenes in the second season.

The radio host is back and better than ever.

Feeling low or drained, or perhaps life just feels a little overwhelming? These natural therapies will soon lift your mood.

'I completely, utterly lost the plot. I remember thinking I’d actually gone crazy.'

If you suffer from anxiety, identifying the thought patterns that perpetuate your negative thinking may help you cope.

What she's calling her "Great Depression" saw unable to leave her home for a month.

“Even if you've got everything that I have — you're not invincible.”

Ruby Wax has battled depression since childhood, and teamed up with a neuroscientist and a monk to delve into why depression plagues so many of us today.

You don't need to sit with these feelings.

In times when teens are often dismissed for being oversensitive 'snowflakes,' our writer says we shouldn't lose sight of their need for parents' love and support.

After her mental health battle, the writer is back with a new novel.

The TV host broke down as he spoke about the importance of asking for help.

The scientists have found there's a link between women on hormonal contraceptives and depression.

Because sometimes small victories can mean big things for mental health.

Want to know a simple, free and speedy way to help you lose weight, beat anxiety and depression, plus feel more connected to your partner?

Suffering the loss of a loved one is never easy for anyone.

A new study has revealed why women deserve a sleep in.

How to recognise when your child is going through something serious.

Sara Bunny reports on news, views and research that will help maintain a healthy body and mind.

Kiwi mum Christina Humphries hopes to banish the stigma of depression by sharing her heart-breaking story.

Ryan Phillippe speaks about his long battle with depression. The Secrets and Lies actor hopes he doesn't pass on this personality trait to his children.

It has been twelve months of tragedy for Julia Roberts. Tinseltown's sweetheart has just lost her mother, only a year since her sister committed suicide.

The actor opens up about his battle with depression in a new interview

Surviving mental illness is something to be proud of, says this inspiring Kiwi.

There are many ways to ease the crippling effects of depression.

What you need to know about child depression, and how to address your situation.