The added burden of young onset Alzheimer’s disease
People diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease at a younger age will experience faster symptom progression than their older counterparts, a new study has found, potentially causing their […]
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Mental health, disability in the justice system
Gaze aversion, lack of emotional expression, repetitive body movements, or speaking in monologue tone can sway people’s judgement of another’s credibility and honesty – notably in […]
The unique relationship between coach and parent
Unrealistic expectations, conflicting goals, perceptions of qualifications, and sideline interferences can lead to hostile relationships between parents and sporting coaches, according to a new analysis. Research […]
Healthy retirement from sport
An international study led by Flinders University is looking to create targeted support for athletes’ mental health and sleep once they retire or step down from […]
National Obesity Strategy doesn’t go far enough
The Federal Government’s National Obesity Strategy 2022-2032 is better late than never however it lacks clear direction and disregards an existing model that was ripe for […]
SA public schools heading in the wrong direction
With a new Minister for Education, Blair Boyer, and newly appointed Chief Executive Professor Martin Westwell, how will the Education Department’s overarching World Class agenda will […]
Smart eating disorder options
As anorexia nervosa rates continue to climb, eating disorder experts are examining the efficiency and availability of treatment options in Australia’s health system. Increased demand for […]
How state-level footy helps delisted AFL players
Delisted AFL footballers are often unprepared for the end of their footballing careers but playing state-level football could aid in providing them with a sense of […]
National launch of ‘Good Vibes’
Flinders University’s ‘Good Vibes Experiment,’ a campaign to promote student wellbeing, is being made available at no charge to the wider education sector. The colourful and […]