Diseases through the decades – here’s what to look out for in your 40s, 60s, 80s and beyond
Many diseases develop and become more likely as we age. Here are some of the most common conditions, and how […]
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How parents can help their young children develop healthy social skills
As the new year dawns, parents likely turn their thoughts to their child and new beginnings they may experience as
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How different cultures experience and talk about pain
Many things contribute to how we experience and express pain. Gender, age, education, socioeconomic status, the relative power of the
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The road to enhancement, via human gene editing, is paved with good intentions
The modern ethical debate about human gene editing can be traced back to the post World War II era. The
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Love hurts – on a life of sports fandom
The great battles in life are not going down in drama theatres, they’re not happening in-between the dusty covers of
Is depression a mental or physical illness? Unravelling the inflammation hypothesis
Most people feel down, tired and inactive when they’re injured or ill. This “sickness behaviour” is caused by the activation
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Nootropics/Cognitive-Enhancing Supplements: Do I Take Any?
Nootropics, ‘smart drugs’ or cognitive enhancers are any substance – drugs, supplements or food – that may improve cognitive function,
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Teetotal in midlife makes you more likely to develop dementia? What the research actually says
Imagine if someone told you that not drinking alcohol makes you more likely to develop dementia. That’s certainly a bold
Loneliness is contagious – and here’s how to beat it
Loneliness is a common condition affecting around one in three adults. It damages your brain, immune system, and can lead
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Pain isn’t just physical: why many are using painkillers for emotional relief
Australians are increasingly using prescription or over-the-counter painkillers to ease emotional, rather than physical, pain. Our cultural understanding of pain
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