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Resource to help people cope with financial stress

Resource to help people cope with financial stress

The Ministry of Health today published a brochure providing practical advice and information about support services for New Zealanders who are suffering from stress because of the tougher economic times.

“Research has shown that people who have lost their jobs or are experiencing financial hardship are at greater risk of suffering from mental health problems such as anxiety or depression,” Director of Mental Health Dr David Chaplow said.

“This brochure offers practical advice for coping with stress and looking after family members during times of financial hardship. It also provides information on the telltale signs of anxiety or depression and the available support services,” according to Dr Chaplow.

“People who are adversely affected during times of adversity because of job loss or tight finances are encouraged to seek help early. There is help, if they need it.”

Copies of the brochure called “Coping with Financial Stress: Looking after yourself and your family/whanau during tough economic times” will be distributed nationwide for use in Work and Income service centres and general practices. The brochure can also be downloaded or ordered from the Ministry of Health website ( http://www.moh.govt.nz/moh.nsf/indexmh/coping-with-financial-stress ).

A number of epidemiological studies have shown a link between financial stress and mental health. Research has also shown that early intervention approaches are effective in helping reduce the potential adverse impacts from financial stress.

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