A whole new world
27 May, 2019Virtual reality can transport aged-care residents to another country, all from the comfort of their armchair. It's fun, blended with therapeutic benefits.
Preventing burnout: detecting the signs
22 April, 2019 by Jurie G Rossouw*You are your own most important patient — take care of yourself first so you can better help others. We identify the signs to watch out for.
Depressed, suicidal teens not seeking help
21 March, 2019A new UNSW-led study has found that one in four students are experiencing depression, but most are reluctant to seek help.
The burnout problem in health care today
18 February, 2019 by Dr Jocelyn Lowinger*Burnout is increasingly an issue for healthcare professionals. Evidence-based coaching is one approach that can help turn this around.
World experts discuss assistive tech innovations for complex neuro conditions
23 May, 2018Assistive technologies can have a huge impact on improving the life of a person with a disability.
Women more likely to survive crises than men
16 January, 2018Genetics, rather than risk-taking behaviours, may be behind women and female children surviving adversity better than men, according to new research.
Inflammation in the brain may trigger Alzheimer's
11 January, 2018Researchers still don't know what causes Alzheimer's, but new resarch brings them a step closer to an answer... and a cure.
Seclusion and restraint use should be stopped
10 January, 2018A review into seclusion and restraint use in NSW has found a disturbing lack of oversight.
Older white women more likely to contract Alzheimer's
28 November, 2017White women genetically predisposed to Alzheimer's disease are more likely than white men to develop the disease during a critical 10-year span in their lives.
Retrenched older Aussies likely to be depressed, welfare-dependent
04 November, 2017Helping older workers work longer could benefit both individuals and government budgets.
New online dementia guide provides practical information
29 September, 2017 by Laini BennettDesigned for people caring for or living with dementia, the plain English guide is a valuable resource.
The difference between Alzheimer's and dementia
14 September, 2017While both terms are often used interchangeably, they're not the same.
Too much sitting may be bad for your brain (and your body)
07 August, 2017We all know that exercise is good for our health, but it may also keep our brains healthy.
Addressing the physical health of people living with mental illness
27 July, 2017 by Gabrielle Maston, Dietitians Association of AustraliaPeople living with mental illness need to take care of their physical health through healthy eating and exercise, just like everyone else.
Study: 1 in 3 dementia cases could be prevented
21 July, 2017Improving brain health by focusing on nine key areas of health could dramatically reduce the risk of dementia.
