Mental health and addictions

This section provides information about the Ministry's work in the areas of mental health, depression and suicide prevention.

In this section

  • The Ministry's mental health work in relation to the Mental Health and Addiction Plan 2010, the National Mental Health Plan (Te Tāhuhu) and the Mental Health Act. Read more
  • The National Depression Initiative (NDI) aims to reduce the impact of depression on the lives of New Zealanders by aiding early recognition, appropriate treatment, and recovery. Read more
  • This section provides information about the Ministry's work in the area of suicide prevention, including the New Zealand Suicide Prevention Strategy, Action Plan, and suicide prevention initiatives. Read more
  • The National Drug Policy is the guiding document for policy and practices aimed at preventing and reducing drug-related harm in the community. Read more
  • Publications relating to mental health in New Zealand, including suicide prevention and the National Depression Initiative. Read more