“Aww”: the new cute emotion
The way we feel when we see something cute should be given greater recognition as an important driver of human behaviour, says a Griffith University researcher.
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Printed books still top choice for Aussie teens
New research contradicts the stereotype of teenagers glued to their digital devices, finding adolescents prefer old fashioned print when...
Young festivalgoers over-confident about condom use
Survey finds that despite their confidence, a significant number of festival goers used condoms inconsistently or incorrectly in the...
Parents’ activities at playtime make a difference to learning
Parents can help improve their child’s literacy and numeracy skills by demonstrating their own interest in similar activities.
Positive parenting can overcome kids’ disadvantage
The University of Queensland’s Positive Parenting Program delivers profound benefits in a seven-year trial with disadvantaged children in Ireland.
Link between male infertility and mobile phones
New research highlights the potential danger of storing a mobile phone near male genitalia for prolonged periods.
Active bodies lead to a healthier sense of self
Sport and physical activity helps to build a healthy self-image and avert stress – especially for teenage girls.
Helping children to deal with looking ‘different’
Life can be tough for children whose appearance has been altered by burns, trauma, illness or genetic conditions. A...
Don’t risk leaving retirement savings too late
A ‘she’ll be right’ attitude to retirement savings could mean we don’t plan until it’s too late. But don’t...
For alcohol-related injuries, home is where the harm is
People going to emergency departments with alcohol-related injuries were more likely to have suffered violence at home than at...