Smartphone addiction and procrastination
This recently went out to those subscribed to the Procrastination Mailing List. I thought it was probably good for the blog as well. If you want […]
Research Digest
I interviewed the World Happiness Report
Ever wondered what would happen if you could interview a report? In this playful exploration, we ask the World Happiness Report all the questions you’d want […]
Be a more 'strategic' student, infographic edition
I recently wrote a post about how and why to be a more ‘strategic’ student. But if you prefer your information in infographic form, well I […]
The argument for being a more 'strategic', rather than 'dedicated' student
Embracing a strategic approach to learning may be a key to balancing academic success and wellbeing. Yesterday, I attended the HERGA 2024 conference (https://herga.com.au/conference-2024/), where the […]
Positive long-term improvements in mental health require long-term habit ch...
I take a look at some research by Hobbs, Jelbert, Santos, and Hood (2024) that finds that the benefits of happiness courses are only maintained when […]
Should you start using a mindfulness app?
In the realm of mental health, reaching those who need it can be challenging, with many individuals not seeking professional help. To address this, mobile apps […]
When is your attention at its best?
Turns out that there might be times of the day that are better in terms of being able to pay attention and concentrate. Take a guess […]
How to belong
In today’s research digest, I look at unlocking belonging and how we navigate the complex world of connection and wellbeing. Since coming to this role in […]
Promoting university students’ well-being and studying with an acceptance...
What kind of research is being done on programs that help students improve their academic performance AND wellbeing at the same time? I’m glad you asked! […]
Get to know future you and it might change how you live your life now
I’m sure future Gareth is amazing. Well…..maybe. Actually, I don’t really know him, but some research suggests that maybe I should try to get to know […]
What students think about the Oasis Student Wellbeing Centre
Back in 2022, we asked students about their experiences with the Oasis Student Wellbeing Centre. We learned how valuable the centre is but also how we […]