The Problem with Using 'OCD' and 'ADHD' Lightly
Understanding the implications of casually using terms like OCD and ADHD in daily conversations.
Dutch Children Top Happiness Rankings Again — Here's What's Cited
UNICEF-style comparisons again rank Dutch children among the happiest in wealthy nations — with play, cycling and family time in the mix.
The Best Childhood Advice Readers Still Live By
Positive News asked readers which childhood advice still sticks — from kindness and perseverance to stopping to enjoy the small things.
What Do You Do to Build Real Human Connections?
Positive News invites readers to share practical habits for friendship and belonging in an age of screens and busy calendars.
Why Make-Up Sex Alone Won't Heal Your Relationship
Feeling closer after a fight is natural, but experts say real repair comes from honest conversation — not just physical intimacy. Here's why it matters.
Students stepping up: teens helping families make ends meet
More NZ high school students are working part-time to help their families with bills. Here's what it means and how communities can support young people.
How Often Should You Wash Your Hair? Expert Weighs In
A dermatologist is backing daily hair washing for healthier locks. Here's what the latest advice means for your hair care routine in New Zealand.
Rural Women NZ Champion Better Mental Health Support
Rural Women New Zealand are calling for greater mental health support as wellbeing challenges grow across rural communities. Here's what's being done.
Cricket Match Promotes Farmer and Grower Wellbeing
Te Puke cricket game brings farmers and growers together to promote Farmstrong wellbeing initiative, with Seeka sponsoring this year's event at Te Puke Dom
Death Without Debt Workshop Helps Whānau Navigate End-of-Life Costs
Tauranga doula Gaylene Delaney brings her Death Without Debt workshop to Ōmokoroa on 7 March, helping people explore affordable end-of-life options.