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Social media appearance-led content impacting Australians’ body image

New research conducted by Butterfly Foundation reveals the unintentional harm that prevalent body appearance social media content can have.

How to unwind: advice from a psychologist

Dr Vivienne Lewis explains why it is important to ourselves first and take the time to properly unwind and how to do it.

Weight gain is kicked to the curb in antipsychotic drug breakthrough

Thousands of Australians struggle with serious mental health conditions. But when the recommended treatment involves antipsychotic medications, the side effects are excess kilos, which only adds weight to an already complex diagnosis. Now,...

Get moving for your mental health

Dr Vivienne Lewis explains the vital role exercise and physical movement plays in keeping our minds healthy and happy.

Coffee: good or bad for you?

Regular CD columnist, Wesley Smith explains the good, bad and how much is too much when it comes to drinking coffee.

‘Forever chemicals’ found in Canberra Drinking Water

Wesley Smith discusses a policy change on forever chemicals by the US Environmental Protection Agency and why it matters to Canberra.

Sick of being sick? How to cope psychologically when you’re not well

Feeling fed up when you're sick? Dr Vivienne Lewis gives you some hints on how to feel mentally okay when your body is unwell.

Magnesium health benefits: muscle, mind and sleep

Wesley Smith explains what magnesium is and the benefits of having an ample supply of the nutrient in our bodies.

The psychological importance of celebrating birthdays

Dr Vivienne Lewis explains why it is important to consider the wants of our loved ones and friends when celebrating their birthdays.

How to support someone going through domestic violence

Dr Vivienne Lewis explains how to support a loved one who may be experience a domestically violent relationship.

The importance of Vitamin D

Wesley Smith explains what vitamin D does and why it is so important that we ensure we have enough of it in our system.

Mediterranean diet linked to decrease in anxiety and stress

Research from the University of South Australia has found that a Mediterranean diet can reduce stress and anxiety in older people.

Improve flexibility in just eight minutes a week

A study from the University of South Australia has discovered it takes as little as eight minutes each week to optimise flexibility progress.

The psychological benefits of volunteering

Dr Vivienne Lewis explains how volunteering and helping others can positively impact our own wellbeing and boost our mood.

Discover true beauty from the inside out at Authentix

Passionate, qualified and dedicated to ensuring their clients feel the best they can, the team at Authentix Beauty and Wellness Clinic in Braddon makes their clients feel beautiful from the inside out.

The psychological benefits of being single

This is for all those single people out there experiencing pity from partnered friends, constantly being set up or asked why they’re single.

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