Stephanie Ockhuysen
Young vapers feel embarrassed and judged, but can’t beat addiction alone
“I wish I didn’t start because I can’t stop.”
What it’s like to go through menopause early
A global shortage of hormone replacement therapy medication has left those in menopause suffering
If you’re lonely, you’re not alone. Loneliness is reaching epidemic levels
“Loneliness isn’t just a matter of finding more friends for people.”
The stigma still exists: Being a single parent in 2024
The number of single parents in NZ is increasing, but the narrative doesn’t have to be negative
Why is it harder to make friends as an adult?
“The opportunity isn’t there”
Breast cancer doesn't discriminate, I found out I had it at 27
“I’m going to fight this and I’m going to win”
Lawyers call for inquiry into whether NZ intelligence is helping Israel
“We’re in uncharted territory.”
Stop asking people if they’re going to have kids
“People put their own values onto us and think they know better for us.”
How to get a job when you've never had one
“It’s about looking outside the box … on what you can do rather than what you haven’t done.”
The growing trend of rough sex and choking among young people
‘How can you withdraw consent if you can’t breathe?’