Depression Statistics in New Zealand
Mental health problems are becoming more common, especially in present times. As New Zealanders, in our life time 1 in 5 of us will experience mental health problems and 1 in 7 will experience depression. Article
That's a large portion of us. and half of them are likely to experience depression for the first time before the age of 25.
That's a large portion of us. and half of them are likely to experience depression for the first time before the age of 25.
Depression for Men and Women is different, we feel and act differently which is why it can be hard for us to identify it in each other.
Signs in Men
- Anger or agitated
- Blame others
- Restlessness
- Feel suspicious
- Use alcohol or drugs to self medicate
- Create conflict
- Fatigue
https://www.helpguide.org/men-article
Signs in Women
- Feel scared or anxious
- Blame themselves
- Feel sad or worthless
- Avoid conflict
- Use food and friends to self medicate
- Over sleeping
- Body image issues
Women can also suffer from depression due to biological and hormonal imbalances.
- Menstrual problems
- Fertility
- Pregnancy
- Postpartum
- Menopause
https://www.helpguide.org/women-article
If you can identify with any of these signs or know someone who does, seek help in which ever form best suits you. There are many ways to get through this, you just need to find the right tools for you.
Anxiety In New Zealand
1 in 4 New Zealanders will be affected by an anxiety disorder at some stage in their lives.
They range from panic attacks, social anxiety, specific phobias, selective mutism, OCD, eating disorders.
Generalised physical and psychological anxiety symptoms:
- poor sleep
- restlessness
- impatience
- a sense of dread
- distracted
- headaches
- difficulty concentrating
- nausea
Visit Health Navigator to find the Anxiety test available in multiple languages.
Health Navigator have a variety of helpful information and useful tools.
There is also a list of anxiety apps.
Health Navigator have a variety of helpful information and useful tools.
There is also a list of anxiety apps.
If you or someone you know suffers from mental illness, remember you're not alone
help is available.
help is available.
LIFELINE:
0800 lifeline (0800 543 354)
