From flash mobs to line-dancing to the Nutbush, enjoying rhythm and movement in a group context is known to boost mental and physical health in people of all ages - now a study of more than 200 preschoolers has measured specific benefits.
UniSC researchers have secured $1.7 million in ARC Discovery funding for projects tackling road safety, visual neuroscience, and climate justice.
The rise of the “optimisation mindset” in health and wellness may seem empowering, but it mirrors perfectionism—and could be quietly undermining our mental health.
Marigurim Yan – the Butchulla word for ‘strong walk’ – is the inspiration behind a research-based educational program guiding First Nations youth to dream big and think deeply about their futures.
Many teachers and parents know neuroscience, the study of how the brain functions and develops is important for children’s education.
While adult Australians ponder the big questions of the festive season such as how far families can travel and whether rain will ruin gatherings, many young children are firmly focused on one big moment – the overnight visit by Santa Claus.
Dr Cynthia Hicban is not really advocating tardiness en masse in schools, but the UniSC Education academic made some surprising – and encouraging – discoveries as she researched how children under six interact with others in an early childhood setting.
Veteran teachers know there is much more to teaching than just the curriculum.
UniSC experts comment on Australia's social media ban for under 16s, with the law set to come into force in a year's time.
MRI scans have shown that practising mindfulness can help rewire the brain connectivity of pre-teens with anxiety and attention issues, in new UniSC Thompson Institute research.
How are UniSC researchers working to alleviate the mental health issues affecting Australians in 2024? With Queensland Mental Health Week from 5-13 October, experts are available for interviews on a range of topics.
As someone who has spent most of his professional life studying how children develop, I’m often asked by parents (especially mums) why children (especially boys) are prone to pick up the nearest stick, pencil, soft toy or even banana and turn them into weapons?
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