Digital detox: how taking a break from Facebook can reduce stress

Ever tried a Facebook detox? New research shows you’ll probably be less stressed if you do.  

The imitation game: Why we follow the crowd in times of crisis

Irrational herd behaviour can be magnified by uncertainty and upheaval. But crisis can also prompt more positive imitation. 

A little drug called exercise changing cancer care

Australia’s first exercise program for cancer patients is making waves.

Call for calm on screen time concerns

Is screen time turning kids into zombies? ACU-led research suggests it might not be the bogeyman many parents think it is. 

Challenging age-old assumptions

The goal of supporting people to age well never gets old for ACU’s Professor of Healthy Ageing, Laurie Buys.

Stopping the scourge of 'vaccine hesitancy'

The philosopher with a plan to disrupt global anti-vaxxer networks.

Unpacking the psychology of hoarding disorder

Why do people hoard stuff? An interview with clinical psychologist and hoarding disorder expert, Dr Keong Yap.

Inspiring young women to be their best

The former Olympic gymnast using sport and exercise to empower a new generation of strong, healthy and confident young girls.