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Why?
- 1 in 2 New Zealanders will experience a mental health problem at some time in their life
- 1 in 8 New Zealand men will have depression over their lifetime
- On average 1 man each day will take his life through suicide in New Zealand
Some signs of poor mental health include feeling irritable, hopeless or worthless and behaviors such as aggression, drinking more than usual and isolating yourself from friends and family.
Some ways to look after your mental health
- Do more of the things that make you feel great and help you to de-stress
- Spend time with friends
- Share what’s going on, especially if you’re feeling overwhelmed
Other Services & Resources
- The Mental Health Foundation of NZ
- The Lowdown
- Depression.org
- Māori Development Team – 03 369 3868 maoridevelopment@canterbury.ac.nz
- Pacific Development Team – 03 369 3554 pasifika@canterbury.ac.nz
- Student Development Team – 03 364 2350 studentdevelopment@canterbury.ac.nz
- UCSA Welfare and Advocacy Service – 03 364 2652 help@ucsa.canterbury.ac.nz
- Health Centre – Counselling / GP services 03 364 2402 or 6402 healthcentre@canterbury.ac.nz
- Senior Ecumenical Chaplain – Rev Spanky Moore 03 364 2987 ext 3938 moore@canterbury.ac.nz