Health
The positivity program that’s helping Aussie kids help themselves
Aussie Optimism is a series of school-based programs improving the mental health of children and pre-adolescents around Western Australia. Developed…
Pets offer therapeutic aid for people with borderline personality disorder
People living with borderline personality disorder may enjoy a better quality of life by owning a pet, new research led…
One in two Australians believe autonomous cars will reduce crashes
About half of Australians believe autonomous vehicles will reduce crashes, emissions and stress on the roads with men more likely…
New research finds ‘mind over matter’ key to a healthy lifestyle
People who want to increase their participation in regular exercise and adopt a healthier lifestyle may be best to mentally…
Chinese immigrants in Australia at higher risk of allergies, research shows
Chinese immigrants who live in a Western environment like Australia have an increased risk of allergies, hay fever and asthma,…
Teens who miss school from spinal pain more likely to have work ‘sick days’
Teenagers who take time off school due to low-back or neck pain are three times more likely to take sick…
Can tackling harm your brain?
When former England striker Jeff Astle died from early onset dementia in 2002, the coroner put it down to heading…
Research finds ‘counting your drinks’ reduces alcohol consumption
The most effective way for Australians to reduce their alcohol consumption is counting their drinks, new research led by Curtin…
Fruit and vegetables linked to changes in skin colour, new research finds
Skin colour in young Caucasian men is strongly linked to high levels of fruit and vegetable consumption, new research by…
Mental health recovery influenced by workplace values, new research finds
Mental health law centres and advocates who uphold values of connectedness, hope, empowerment and identity can positively influence people with…