Mental health professionals

Latest mental health research, statistics and Information for working practitioners and professionals.

Why mental health at work matters

We all have mental health, just like we all have physical health — and we all need to look after it. Everyone’s levels of mental health and wellbeing vary over time.

Most people need mental health support at some point in their lives, either in a temporary or ongoing way. It's important that people managers are inclusive and supportive of staff experiencing mental distress or illness — both for the person experiencing distress, and for the benefit of their workplace.

Nearly half of all New Zealanders will experience mental distress or illness at some point in their lives.

Professional Resources

Find programmes and tools for schools to grow student wellbeing, Pink Shirt Day, Sparklers, classroom resources, and guidance for kaiako and kura.

Mental Health Professional tools

Research and statistics

Access mental health statistics, research reports, and evidence-based information to support public understanding and policy development.

Mental health conditions

The A–Z of mental health conditions with treatment options, and support links to help you navigate care and next steps well.

Wellbeing health models

We use two key models of wellbeing to help us understand what we need to do as individuals, whānau, communities and as a society to ensure we can all enjoy good mental wellbeing.

Suicide prevention resources

A range of suicide prevention resources for various situations and environments.

Personal safety plan

A helpful tool to keep you safe when you’re experiencing suicidal thoughts or are going through tough times and feel like you can’t cope

Suicide prevention

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Browse and order free downloads and printed resources covering wellbeing, suicide prevention, workplace support and more.

About Us

Learn about the Mental Health Foundation, our mission, people, campaigns, vacancies and how to contact us.

Advocacy & Media

Reporting guidelines, policy positions and official statements supporting accurate coverage and informed public discussion.

News

Get the latest news and updates from the Mental Health Foundation. Stories, research highlights, campaigns and more.

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