Despite the increasing conversations around mental illness, its challenges and its importance, the stigma around this topic still remains in various social environments. For New Zealanders, local research suggests that nearly 9 out of 10 adults may meet the criteria for a mental disorder by the time they reach [...]
Mental health support in the workplace We spend over one-third of our life at work and how things are at work matters for both our physical and mental health. Any of us can develop mental distress over time, whether as a result of challenging life events or accumulating stress [...]
“Choosing Umbrella as a partner gave PPTA members access to psychologists with specialised expertise in mental health and wellbeing that they would otherwise not have had.” School environments are becoming increasingly complex. PPTA Te Wehengarua wanted to address the urgent need for support amongst the secondary teachers workforce, [...]
If you’ve ever tried to change a habit, you’ll know it’s not always easy, and changing financial habits is no exception. If the thought of wrangling your finances into order gives you a low-key tension headache, you’re not alone. With close to 60% of New Zealanders admitting to spending [...]