Non-intrusive paternalism should be treated with extreme caution
Humans often make stupid decisions - contrary to what we’d prefer to believe. Most psychologists would argue we’re not actually all that rational. Read more
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Humans often make stupid decisions - contrary to what we’d prefer to believe. Most psychologists would argue we’re not actually all that rational. Read more
It’s tough for parties in the opposition benches. They have been stripped of a major rod with which to beat National in an election year. Read more
For professional reasons, Rachel Smalley may have had to quickly retract her unfortunate on-air slip, where she labelled New Zealand women ‘heifers’ and ‘lardos’, but the facts speak for themselves. According to the Ministry of Health, one-in-three adults in New Zealand is obese, with a Body Mass Index reading of 30 or more. Read more
Individuals should – and in most countries including New Zealand they do – have the right to make their own decisions about their lifestyle, such as which career path to follow, what to wear, and what to eat and drink. A number of lifestyle choices, particularly those regarding diet and exercise, have direct effects on an individual’s physical health. Read more