New Zealand has the highest youth suicide rates among 36 OECD countries, highlighting a pressing mental health crisis. Hamish Williams and psychotherapist Kyle MacDonald explore what can be done when suicidal thoughts arise and how to recognise them as serious indicators of mental distress. The discussion offers practical tools to help calm overwhelming thoughts and ways to stay connected through moments of deep struggle. Also looking at the steps individuals and communities can take to support mental wellbeing.
With thanks to NZ on Air.