Our health resources are for informational purposes only, not for medical advice. For specific health concerns, diagnosis, treatment plans, or medication advice, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.
This page contains information and links related to mental health topics that some users may find sensitive or triggering. These include, but are not limited to, discussions of depression, anxiety, trauma, and suicide. Please prioritise your well-being when engaging with these resources. If you're experiencing a mental health crisis, please seek immediate professional help or contact a crisis helpline.
Below are links to our library catalogue, filtered by certain mental health subjects.
Please note we also have a range of eAudiobooks and eBooks on BorrowBox and Libby that cover the above-mentioned topics. We recommend downloading the Library App, filtering by eBook or eAudiobook, and searching by a chosen subject matter.
1737 is a free, confidential helpline in New Zealand, powered by Whakarongorau Aotearoa | New Zealand Telehealth Services and funded by Health New Zealand. Available 24/7, it offers support, advice, and information from trained counsellors.
Explore their website for self-help tools and information, or you can text or call 1737 anytime to connect with a trained counsellor or peer support worker.
Lifeline provides confidential support from highly trained staff and volunteers through a 24/7 helpline and text services. Lifeline is part of Presbyterian Support Northern, a not for profit, social services organisation.
The Mental Health Foundation of New Zealand is a charity that works towards creating a society free from discrimination, where all people enjoy positive mental health & wellbeing. Improving individuals, whanau, organisations and communities.
The Mental Health Education and Resource Centre (MHERC) are leading providers of education and information on mental health, wellbeing and addiction for:
Healthify | He Puna Waiora is an online source of trusted, independent health info – simple, clear, and made for Kiwis.
