Maori Health Web Page
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The Māori philosophy towards health is based on a wellness or holistic health model. For many Māori the major deficiency in modern health services is taha wairua (spiritual dimension).

Te Whare Tapa Whā: Mason Durie

The four cornerstones (or sides) of Māori health are whānau (family health) tinana (physical health) hinengaro (mental health) and wairua (spiritual health).

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Te Wheke: Rose Pere

Another model of Māori health is based on Te Wheke, the octopus and the eight tentacles that collectively contribute to waiora or total wellbeing.

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Te Pae Mahutonga: Mason Durie

Te Pae Mahutonga (Southern Cross Star Constellation) brings together elements of modern health promotion.

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About Flash files: If you choose the Flash file option to view these Māori health models, another window will open and begin loading the presentation. You can download a Flash player for free from the Adobe website.