Concern over high suicide rates amongst Maori.
Research in the New Zealand Medical Journal today finds it's 1.6 times higher than what's seen in non-Maori.
In the 15-25 year old age group it's double and for women and girls in that group, it's five times higher.
Psychiatrist and researcher John Snowden says those rates have got to come down.
He says those giving health services have got to think of a better way to help.
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Lifeline - 0800 543 354
Suicide Crisis Helpline (open 24/7) - 0508 828 865 (0508 TAUTOKO)
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Samaritans - 0800 726 666
Youthline (open 24/7) - 0800 376 633. Text 234 for free between 8am and midnight, or email [email protected].
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For more information about support and services available to you, contact the Mental Health Foundation's free Resource and Information Service on 09 623 4812 during office hours or email [email protected]
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