In this time of crisis, we must remember that we need others in our lives because social connection is fundamental.
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It is important to remember in this time of crisis that the need for social connection is vital.
Substantial savings could be made by improving everyone’s mental wellbeing.
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Our study shows that higher levels of mental wellbeing is associated with less money being spent on health and social care.
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Victoria Police recently won the rights not to be contacted out of work hours. They are not the only employees who need a proper break from work.
A more equitable approach to dealing with microaggressions would be to put the onus of addressing them onto the perpetrators.
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Does it really matter that Indigenous people and other racialized people experience microaggressions? The short answer: Yes.
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Popular opinion has it that introverts are thriving in lockdown – but studies paint a different picture.
Researchers have long been searching for a more comprehensive way to assess national progress than GDP.
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GDP only measures economic growth – not inequality, poverty or unpaid work like elder care. So researchers in the Netherlands developed a new way for governments to see how people are actually doing.
Research shows small acts of kindness can make a big difference in classrooms.
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‘Behavior vaccines’ – practices meant to improve safety and well-being – have been around for years. An educational psychologist says they are particularly important for schools to adopt now.
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All the ways plants, animals, insects and the bacteria around us can be beneficial to human health.
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Microdosing involves taking a low dose of a psychedelic drug to enhance performance, or reduce symptoms of stress and anxiety. Here’s what our research shows.
Scientists and advocates around the world are in support of evidence-based, science-informed public policies.
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The changes that society needs, such as preventing adolescent pregnancies, will not happen until researchers can use their findings to influence policy change.
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Sexual behaviour of UK young adults changed during social lockdown.
Children need a chance to rest and recharge this year more than ever.
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Summer programmes should focus on physical activity, socialising, and being creative – not school work.
Wide-ranging concerns.
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People who live near water report better mental health and wellbeing.
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Repurposing derelict Victorian canals could boost people’s mood and their physical activity levels.
How we name our experiences and how we make sense of our distress matters.
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Some therapists are calling for a new way to understand human distress.
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With the right preparation, specialist destinations can benefit from an expected increase in demand.
A cross-Canada survey of university faculty found 68 per cent of females, compared with 32 per cent of males, reported family caregiver challenges in the pandemic.
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The pandemic has negatively affected female and racialized faculty. Universities need to make sure their career advancement doesn’t suffer.
Finally some good news!
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TV programmes with certain themes can help boost our mood.
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Psychedelics use is on the rise and it’s partly due to a wellbeing rebrand.
Happiness is complex.
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We are constantly bombarded with tips on how to stay resilient. But we need more than that to be happy.