Social media puts body-conscious girls off sport
A growing number of teenage girls are shying away from sports in high school because Facebook and Instagram are making them self-conscious about their bodies, a new Flinders University study reveals.
The study, led by...
Inspiring teachers the key to inspired science learning
Scientists, education experts and experienced teachers have collaborated on a new professional program aiming to generate "radical change" in high school science teaching.
Launching on 7 October, U @ Uni Inspiring Science Teaching is a...
Staying in the game
Have you ever wondered why you enjoy playing one sport over another? And if it’s a team sport, why you seem to favour a specific position? Or if you’re not the sporty type, have...
The kids aren’t alright – supporting children when a parent has cancer
The children of parents who have cancer can feel anxious and isolated when well-meaning parents withhold information about their health, says Professor Kate White, Chair of Cancer Nursing at the University of Sydney.
"Children often get...
The kids aren't alright – supporting children when a parent has cancer
The children of parents who have cancer can feel anxious and isolated when well-meaning parents withhold information about their health, says Professor Kate White, Chair of Cancer Nursing at the University of Sydney.
"Children often get...
Gender identity and mental health
An Australian-first La Trobe University study of gender diverse and transgender young people has revealed high rates of depression, suicidal thoughts and anxiety.
The beyondblue-funded report – From Blues to Rainbows – found that half were...
Size at birth affects risk of adolescent mental health conditions
A child’s birth weight and length can partially predict the likelihood of being diagnosed with mental health conditions such as autism and schizophrenia later in life.
The research analysed medical records of 1.75 million Danish...
Mentoring students through their education
Youth work researchers have developed a mentoring model to help students get the most from their education.
Associate Professor Robyn Broadbent led the collaborative research project with Harvester Technical College, which delivers applied and vocational training...
High school students explore sciences at USQ
A group of Year 9 and 10 students have done something a little different with their school holidays by attending the Science Experience program hosted by the University of Southern Queensland (USQ).
A team of...
The (re)Generation: a movement created by the young, for the young, to fall in...
Supported by the New South Wales Environment Trust, Macquarie University has partnered with Oz Green to launch a project to see if the way to inspire young people to love and care for nature...
