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Review: Bisexuality: Identities, Politics and Theories by Surya Monro
Society, Politics & Law

Review: Bisexuality: Identities, Politics and Theories by Surya Monro

...psychological dualism’ that was stigmatised by British colonialism. The section on Indian bisexuality strikes me as being particularly ripe for expansion in academic scholarship; here, Monro is indebted to the work of Venkatesan Chakrapani, L. Ramki Ramakrishnan and others. The wider discussion of intersectionality in the book is also worth highlighting.
Why are the bullied reluctant to seek help?
Education & Development

Why are the bullied reluctant to seek help?

...psychological harm, such as persistent anxiety, depression and suicidal thinking, and are unable to concentrate on their school work. It is clear they need help. Teachers routinely inform students that if they are being bullied at school they should seek help from a trusted adult, such as a teacher or school counsellor. A new two-part ABC documentary, Bullied addresses...
How do you spot a stroke - and what should you do?
Health, Sports & Psychology

How do you spot a stroke - and what should you do?

...psychological well-being. Transition from hospital can be a time of extreme vulnerability for many who survive stroke. Leaving hospital may include a period of inpatient or outpatient rehabilitation, transfer home with some additional support and services, or transfer to nursing home, or residential aged care. In Australia, stroke has been a national health priority since...
Abortion stigma and the workplace
Health, Sports & Psychology

Abortion stigma and the workplace

...psychological wellbeing as well as physical health. Policies should be evidence-based, developed in consultation with employees, shared widely and regularly updated. Some staff will need reasonable adjustments after a pregnancy ends, including flexible work patterns, as well as or instead of time off. There is no one-size-fits-all experience of pregnancy endings, no...
Refugees languish in camps on Lesvos as conditions deteriorate
Society, Politics & Law

Refugees languish in camps on Lesvos as conditions deteriorate

...psychological support for those suffering trauma or the after effects of rape or torture. They also help people with their papers and the complex process of seeking asylum. Occupying the site of a former children’s summer camp, Pipka is a pleasant environment. There is a strong sense of trust and community. Most people have a role. We met one young Kurdish Syrian man...
Trump - an appeal for enlightenment
Society, Politics & Law

Trump - an appeal for enlightenment

...psychological profiling from Facebook. Data driven communication ensures that political messages are targeted to the people most likely to be influenced by them. It is through this process that social media not only gave a voice to the frustrations of a downtrodden US population but also permitted the rapid dissemination of fake news, and anti-establishment messages. With...
Children are at risk from junk food advertisements on social media
Society, Politics & Law

Children are at risk from junk food advertisements on social media

...psychological characteristics and preferences, increasing all consumers’ susceptibility to advertising. Platforms also use children’s data to hone ad targeting. They identify children who are most interested in or vulnerable to junk food and its advertising, thereby sharpening children’s vulnerability and posing profound ethical questions about the business of...
Five tips on how to plan new self-care routines
Health, Sports & Psychology

Five tips on how to plan new self-care routines

...psychological nourishment vary, and as a result our self-care practices will vary. The most important thing is to think about the things that help you to find balance and to think about what the goals and objectives are for your self-care routine, as this will help you to select those activities that will be most beneficial to you. Here are some top tips for things that...