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Visual proof that dogs love you no matter how little you have

Pets are vital companions for the homeless, offering loyal and judge-free companionship through trying times. Here’s a gallery of visual proof of the depth of a pet and owner’s bond, regardless of the owner’s material wealth or lack of home.

Women reach their ‘stress peak’ at age 34

Women reach their ‘stress peak’ at age 34 due to juggling work, raising young families and keeping on top of bills.

Early life stress impacts brain development

Stress experienced in early life could change a child’s brain development.

Top five workplace mental health tips

Most of us will at some point, struggle with the pressure and stresses of work life, here are some tips to keep your work environment safe.

5 Minutes with Deepak Chopra

Our craving for sweet and fatty rarely leaves us satisfied. Renowned wellness guru Dr Deepak Chopra speaks to us about his new book, What Are You Hungry For?

Children as young as five comfort eat when anxious

Kids as young as five are eating comfort foods to combat anxiety or heightened emotions, a Belgian study has found.

CyberMate online companion helps fight depression in young people

A revolutionary online tool to support young people living with depression or mental health issues is being developed by the University of Sydney.

Is your diet making you depressed?

People who consume fast food are 51% more likely to develop depression. These 5 easy tips will help you ward off the mental illness.

How to tell if someone’s lying

When it comes to detecting lies, researchers say trust your gut.

Living with high-functioning autism

What used to be known as Asperger’s syndrome now comes under the umbrella of autism spectrum disorders. MiNDFOOD discovers how early diagnosis and understanding can mean those affected can lead full and happy lives.

4 ways to help prevent cyberbullying

To coincide with the National Day of Action Against Bullying and Violence, parents are being urged to regularly discuss online safety with their children to help prevent cyberbullying.

How to stay positive when disasters strike

Smile and the world will smile back at you…or is it with you, I always get my anecdotes confused. The […]

Beauty myths

In a society obsessed with beauty, millions of dollars and hundreds of hours are ploughed into the pursuit of flawless looks. But what is the psychology of beauty?

Charlotte’s Law: the cyberbullying debate

The tragic news that the former model and television presenter Charlotte Dawson had taken her own life last weekend has […]

New York woman gives cuddles for cash

Meet the Big Apple’s first professional cuddler. For a mere $80 an hour, Ali C. will spoon and snuggle with you in her studio apartment.

Parting ways: adult divorce

While the impact of divorce on children is well documented, what happens when Mum and Dad split after the kids have grown up? MiNDFOOD talks to the children of divorced baby boomers.

Interview: Richard Louv

Richard Louv talks to MiNDFOOD about ‘nature deficit disorder’, the lure of the screen and shares his tips for helping kids reconnect with nature, ahead of his Australian tour.

Keeping love alive

Desire in relationships is increasingly a hot topic, as many of us struggle to balance work, children and romance. MiNDFOOD’s resident psychologist explains how to keep passion a priority.

Emotionally equipping kids for school

Psychologist Lynn Jenkins explains how families can help children become emotionally equipped to face the challenges of school.

New year, new you

Weight loss is a common resolution for the New Year. For nearly two decades, I promised myself every January 1 […]

Babies can recognise different languages

Babies as young as 13 months old can detect different languages, an Auckland University study has found.

Managing stress this Christmas

While Christmas can be a time of great joy and fun, for many people it can also be a time […]

How to attract success

The Law of Attraction – psychologists, new age thinkers, religious leaders and even Oprah Winfrey, and Hugh Jackman for years […]

Natural fertility solutions

Naturopath Kathleen McFarlane shares the lifestyle practices and environmental factors that might impact a woman’s ability to conceive.

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