Hazing inflicts severe physical and psychological harm on victims. Education and awareness of the law, effective enforcement and oversight are crucial to combat this harmful practice and safeguard students’ wellbeing.
New study findings reveal higher levels of school belonging at the age of 15 to 16 were associated with lower levels of depression, anxiety and stress in young adulthood.
There are deeply concerning social trends playing out in our schools that Australian schools aren’t adequately equipped to deal with. The time is long overdue for actions that will build a whole-of-government response to solve these issues.
Gender-based violence is a national crisis, one the university sector is not immune from, and we need to step up now.
Research reveals the majority of teachers in Australia experience moderate to high levels of secondary trauma, characterised by symptoms of acute stress, feelings of helplessness, disturbed sleep, and intrusive thoughts.
Inspirational clinical psychology graduate Dr Victoria Gentile exemplifies the importance of Indigenous students in the future of healthcare, and shows why more are needed.
The ratcheting up in the emotional intensity of principals’ work has been a more “invisible” element not easily quantified or measured. New research will offer insights into the changing nature of the principals’ role when it comes to these demands.
COVID-19 further exposed existing cracks in the teaching profession that need to be fixed urgently.
Research shows higher noise levels are detrimental to learning and productivity, while a calm environment can provide students with uninterrupted learning time that also supports their spiritual wellbeing.
Can a hug with a dog or a cuddle from a cat cure loneliness?
The gendered impacts of pregnancy and early parenthood don’t just impact women prior to the start of paid work, but during their university studies.
New research shows a quarter of female high school students felt down or worried about choosing a career.
Current medical programs need to diversify their curriculums by at least incorporating resources for medical students to look after their mental health, deal with pressures at work, and even career change.
The school environment plays a critical role in our children’s sense of belonging – leaders and policymakers need to create ways to prioritise it.
A study has identified secular teachers’ struggles working in Jewish religious schools in Australia, the US and Israel. Some teachers resigned, others adapted, and others opposed the system from inside.
Online conferences can serve as a form of peer support for students completing a PhD, providing a space for compassion, and a means of acknowledging we’re in this together.
A nationwide study reveals the ways school psychologists and counsellors adapted to overcome the challenges of pandemic-related restrictions.
Research focusing on social value systems and international student wellbeing reveals the importance of social connections, particularly during the stressful lockdowns in Victoria.
New research highlights how school leaders’ work was impacted by the drastic changes brought on by COVID-19 in 2020.
Professor Dena Lyras’ continuing mission lies in trying to understand the formidable enemy of antibiotic-resistant bacteria, particularly those in the human gut.
Inclusive educators from Australia, Brunei and Vietnam outline the strategies they adopted to assist students with disabilities amid the pandemic.
A research project aims to boost pharmacists’ roles in neighbourhood mental health.
Educators from Indonesia, Vietnam, Singapore, the Philippines, Brunei, Malaysia and Australia recently shared their experiences of leading their communities during the pandemic.
If we want to move to more productive and holistic post-COVID education in our country, we should rethink NAPLAN in its current form and focus on what matters.
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