How signals from your body could be making you anxious

Mar 04, 2023 12:15 pm UTC| Health

Where do emotions come from? This is a question that has interested scientists for centuries. Most of us would agree that when we experience an emotion, there is often a change in our body. We might be aware of our heart...

Exercise is even more effective than counselling or medication for depression. But how much do you need?

Mar 04, 2023 12:14 pm UTC| Health

The world is currently grappling with a mental health crisis, with millions of people reporting depression, anxiety, and other mental health conditions. According to recent estimates, nearly half of all Australians will...

Joy is good for your body and your mind – three ways to feel it more often

Mar 04, 2023 12:14 pm UTC| Health

Joy is an emotion experienced by many but understood by few. Its usually mistaken for happiness, yet is unique in its impact on both our mind and body. You can listen to more articles from The Conversation,...

Positive affirmations: how talking to yourself can let the light in

Mar 04, 2023 12:09 pm UTC| Health

Despite being a source of constant bad news, the internet is also awash with attempts at countering negativity. A quick search for inspirational content yields heaps of speeches, songs and sayings intended to make sense of...

Mental health: how living in the city and country compare

Mar 04, 2023 12:08 pm UTC| Health

Is it better to live in a city or in the countryside? While urban dwellers may benefit from more employment opportunities, better access to public services alongside cultural activities and entertainment, people who live...

My Health Record is meant to empower patients – but with little useful information stored, is it worth saving?

Mar 04, 2023 11:55 am UTC| Health

Australias My Health Record is a national, integrated electronic record, intended to overcome the problem of having personal health information siloed in different systems. People can access their own My Health Record...

PepsiCo sued for branding Gatorade Fit drinks as 'healthy'

Feb 28, 2023 23:51 pm UTC| Law Economy Business Health

PepsiCo was hit with a consumer class action at the California Central District Court for putting the phrases healthy real hydration, no added sugar and excellent source of vitamins A C in the packaging of its Gatorade...