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Jan
11
2026

Dr Sam Arnold: Autistic Burnout

Health, Mental Health, Psychology, Social Sciences, Society & Culture

Autistic burnout is not just tiredness. It can be a prolonged, life-altering depletion linked to sensory overload and masking. Sam ...

Jan
11
2026

Dr Nichola Tyler: Why Human Behaviour Is the Biggest Fire Risk in Extreme Heat

Environment, Personal Safety, Psychology

Most bush and grass fires do not start naturally, and extreme heat can make everyday choices riskier than people realise. ...

Jan
11
2026

Michaela Sparrow: Why New Year Resolutions Fail and How to Make Habits Stick

Diet and Nutrition, Psychology

Most New Year's resolutions do not last past January, and many people blame themselves when they slip. Nutritionist Michaela Sparrow ...

Jan
11
2026

Samuel Cornell: Why We Pretend Holidays Were Great

Places & Travel, Popular Culture, Psychology, Social Sciences, Society & Culture

Coming home from a trip and admitting it was disappointing can feel strangely shameful. Public health researcher Samuel Cornell explains ...

Jan
2
2026

Matilda Boseley: ‘The ADHD Brain Buddy’ and Late Diagnosis in Adults

Education, Health, Literature, Psychology

Adult ADHD is being recognised more than ever, but many people still carry years of confusion, shame and the feeling ...

Jan
2
2026

Associate Professor Megan Willis: Estrangement and Complicated Families

Kids & Family, Mental Health, Psychology, Relationships

For people who are estranged from parents or close relatives, annual events like Christmas can intensify grief, guilt and a ...

Dec
21
2025

Associate Professor Lauren Rosewarne: Why Christmas Songs Get Stuck in Our Heads

Music, Popular Culture, Psychology, Society & Culture

Christmas music triggers instant memories, emotions and associations, often within seconds of hearing it. Associate Professor Lauren Rosewarne explains why ...

Dec
21
2025

Lee Knight: Preventing Domestic Violence Before It Happens

Health, Personal Safety, Psychology, Relationships, Science & Medicine

A world-first Australian trial is exploring whether treating impulsivity could help prevent domestic and family violence before harm occurs. Lee ...

Dec
21
2025

Elizabeth Jane: Why Christmas Can Intensify Grief

Kids & Family, Mental Health, Psychology, Relationships, Social Sciences, Society & Culture

Christmas often amplifies feelings of loss, absence and loneliness for people living with grief. Elizabeth Jane reflects on why this ...

Dec
21
2025

Inge Gnatt: Why Some of Us Are Competitive and Others Are Chill

Kids & Family, Psychology, Social Sciences, Society & Culture

Some people thrive on competition, while others prefer to opt out entirely. Psychologist Inge Gnatt explains where those differences come ...