Book Reviews

Science journalist Lydia Denworth takes us in search of the biological, psychological, and evolutionary foundations of this important bond.

A rhyming picture book about the rainbow of feelings that live in our heart that helps little ones to express their feelings.

A mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) programme for depression and emotional distress, to be used as self-help or as part of therapy.

Author Shirley Pastiroff is a New Zealand counsellor, mindfulness trainer and parent coach, who has trained parents in the techniques described in this book.

Former Crusaders and Hurricanes midfielder Tim Bateman says key lessons learned from his own anxieties as a professional rugby player have helped him pen two children’s books.

The result of a multiyear collaboration between the Greater Good Science Center and the University of California, The Gratitude Project explores gratitude’s deep roots in human psychology and how it affects our brain.

Matt Haig's latest work has been described as a collection of little islands of hope. It gathers consolations and stories that give new ways of seeing ourselves and the world.

An engaging book about how anxiety is affected by the body, mood, and behaviour.

How we can fortify our lives mentally, emotionally and physically.

In his new book renowned author and master wordsmith Witi Ihimaera creates a magical world to bring the legend and traditions of Matariki alive.

Unpacks the psychology of how and why we rest the way we do, and challenges the reader to re-evaluate how they use their time.

A delightful graphic memoir about being yourself.

Workbook to learn CBT skills to treat and manage depression, anxiety and other mental health conditions.

A specific and detailed guide to law related to mental health in New Zealand.

The authors encourage you to explore the nine stars of Matariki in rich, detailed imagery and bilingual text. Encouraging whānau to remember, celebrate and reflect at this important time of year.

A new and fun way for everyday leaners to practise Te reo Maori.