Trigger warnings fall flat, but safe spaces build trust in the classroom
Trigger warnings may not help students feel more supported, but safe space messages do. A new study found that being told they were in a ‘safe […]
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Family violence and foster care
The important work of foster care needs to be reflected in more support for caregivers in critical areas, including for carers who might face frequent violence […]
Eyes on the prize: Decoding eye contact
For the first time, a new study has revealed how and when we make eye contact—not just the act itself—plays a crucial role in how we […]
Military discharge is a time of challenge and opportunity
The military prides itself on loyalty and respect but those values must extend to how they treat those who leave service, new research from Flinders University […]
Let’s all club together for better mental health
Sports clubs have the potential to provide a profound and positive impact on the mental health of their younger members, but the whole club must be […]
Parents urged to act on early warning signs of eating disorders
Flinders University research has identified the most common early warning signs of eating disorders in children, to provide a guide for parents and caregivers about when […]
Australians voice the nation’s most wicked problems
In a major new national study, Flinders University has revealed the top concerns troubling Australians today, with cost-of-living pressures, housing unaffordability, crime and safety, healthcare access, […]
Women veterans need support
Women have described cases of military sexual trauma as being “enabled, ignored and condoned” in Australia, with mental health and other professionals calling for immediate action […]
Family dynamics shape body image differently across cultures
Body appreciation differs between Middle-Eastern and Western societies, a new international study can reveal, highlighting how cultural and family influences shape body image and eating behaviours […]