The challenges brought by Covid-19 have left university staff and researchers struggling with their wellbeing. As the mid-term break begins, a professor in psychology shares his tips to engage in good mental health.  Years of uncertainty and unpredictability in the ...

New research suggests dogs could be the solution to reduce university stress and boost staff and student mental health, while increasing their motivation, engagement and overall wellbeing.  The University of Queensland is looking at the effect of animal-assisted education on ...

More than 80 per cent of Southern Cross University staff have reported experiencing psychosocial hazards resulting in high levels of stress and a decline in wellbeing, a union survey has found. A workplace survey conducted by the National Tertiary Education ...

More than a quarter of staff at the University of New England have reported experiencing severe or extreme symptoms of anxiety, depression and/or burnout, a union workplace survey has found. The UNE branch of the National Tertiary Education Union surveyed ...

Australia’s response to coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is consistent with international approaches that mandate physical distancing and self-isolation. However, evidence from prior pandemics shows that periods of self-isolation or quarantine are associated with emotions such as anger, frustration and distress. Common ...