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Please explain: Why do we scream?
Screaming activates the amygdala, a nucleus in the brain that helps heighten awareness. And, according to Macquarie University's Dr Philippe Gilchrist, it provides clues as to how people respond to danger and the environment.
Food for thought: Study finds link between depression and unhealthy diets
Urine tests have revealed a biological marker linked to depression is common in otherwise healthy young people who eat a Western-style diet that is high in fat, sugar and processed foods.
Please explain: Is it possible to speed read?
Claims that it is possible to teach us to read at incredible speeds so we can improve our performance in study and at work are easy to find online. But is speed reading really possible?
Study aims to change narrative around menopause in workplace
A new study aims to help shape policies that will change the way the workplace values and supports older women.
Please explain: Are all types of sugar the same?
Are some sugars better for you than others? Or is sugar just sugar? MQ health dietitian Valentina Duong gives us the lowdown on the sweet stuff.
Under-25s ready to embrace climate-conscious eating; survey
Young people want to eat more sustainably, but aren’t sure how to go about it, according to new research from Macquarie University.
Microplastics study shows Australia may be over-carpeted
An international study has found Australia has the second-highest amount of microplastics in household dust among the higher-income countries studied, with too much carpet potentially to blame.
End-of-school sadness can affect parents too: psychologist
A parent’s grief when their child finishes school forever is a natural reaction to a change in the attachment bond with their child. But it could be time to seek help if the sadness continues.
The health cost of homelessness: the case for supported housing
The high cost of hospital admissions for people experiencing homelessness is an acute healthcare issue. New Macquarie University research builds a business case for supported housing.
Dog behaviour could offer insight into building better robots
Could understanding how we bond with our furry friends help scientists to design robots that can reduce loneliness?
Scaring Year 12s about the year ahead can backfire: new study
Teachers who try to use fear of failure as a motivator in Year 12 are often adding to student stress, which can reduce exam performance, according to new psychology research from Macquarie University.
Why hasn't organic wine taken off in Australia?
Organic wine is healthier for the planet and those who drink it than the conventional variety. So, why the lack of interest from Australians?