Why sad songs say so much (to some people, but not others)
People who are compassionate may be ‘rewarded’ by experiencing pleasure from sad music.
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It might be scary but making phone calls can be good for young people’s wellbeing
Hearing someone’s voice can decrease feelings of loneliness and anxiety
Self‑compassion is the superpower year 12 students need for exams … and life beyond school
Self-compassion is about talking to yourself like you would talk to a good friend.
Meow hear this: mephedrone is a curious khat
The “good old days” of psychopharmacology involved only a few major suspects: alcohol, cannabis, opiates, uppers (amphetamines), downers (barbiturates) and the occasional serendipitous curiosity such as…
Five steps to prepare your child for kindergarten
Even kids who have attended daycare can find the first days of kindergarten stressful. The good news is that parents can take practical steps this summer, to prepare for the fall transition.
What Australian birds can teach us about choosing a partner and making it last
From choosing a compatible personality to sharing childcare equally, many Australian birds have mastered the art of successful relationships.
How babywearing helps establish parent‑child bonds
Babywearing is an an ancient practice found across cultures for thousands of years. What is new is the growing scientific interest in its benefits.
Human testing of illicit drugs – the highs and lows
Should governments make it easier to perform human research to discover medical uses of illicit drugs such as cannabis, ecstasy (MDMA) and LSD? Professor David Nutt of Imperial College London argued recently…
Bitter melon for diabetes? Fenugreek for cholesterol? The research behind ancient remedies
These Ayurvedic ingredients may support digestion, diabetes and hormones - but they’re not without risks.
Church hymns and social beers: how Australia is reviving the magic of singing together
Group singing was once a major key to Australia’s national happiness. Why are we only now paying attention to the powers it has?
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