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How much is alcohol impacting men’s mental health in New Zealand? 💭#nzpodcast #newzealand #aotearoa

January 09, 202500:29
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there's a lot of guys out there because
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they've not dealt with their mental
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health in certain ways or just not
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understood their mental health they've
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used alcohol to counteract it and
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because they've used alcohol it's made
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them into a person that they generally
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probably are not and they've lost family
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members and friends to it and they
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become quite isolated and lonely people
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that's when you look at it and you're
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just like oh [ __ ] like what did they go
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back to now it was all good 20 years ago
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but what are they going back to now
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Podspun Insights

In this episode, the conversation dives deep into the often-overlooked struggles of mental health, particularly among men. The host and guest explore the complex relationship between alcohol and mental well-being, revealing how many individuals turn to drinking as a coping mechanism. This choice, while seemingly a temporary escape, leads to profound isolation and loss, impacting relationships with family and friends. The emotional weight of these stories is palpable, as they reflect on what life was like two decades ago compared to the present. Listeners are invited to confront these realities, making it a thought-provoking and necessary discussion.

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Episode Highlights

  • The Impact of Alcohol on Mental Health
    Many struggle with mental health and turn to alcohol, leading to isolation and loss.
    “They’ve lost family members and friends to it.”
    @ 00m 14s
    January 09, 2025

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Key Moments

  • Isolation and Loneliness00:17
  • Reflection on the Past00:22