Trauma is everywhere in mainstream vocabulary and online, but its meaning has never been hazier. Has the concept been de-stigmatised or diluted? And does it matter?

Almost all major human rights organisations agree the destruction of Gaza meets the legal definition of genocide. Yet liberal news outlets still do not use the word.

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In Myanmar and Gaza, sanitary products are next to non-existent. It’s having a catastrophic impact on women and girls.

You might expect a sexual partner to disclose a sexually transmitted infection. But you can’t rely on this – and criminalising the spread doesn’t work.

Few diagnoses have broadened their diagnostic boundaries as much or as quickly as autism. This has affected those with the most profound disability.

Ambulance workers are increasingly being verbally abused and physically attacked. Two paramedicine researchers explain how we can better protect them.

Reducing pain and boosting body positivity are two benefits of ‘cycle syncing’, according to social media.

Your kids don’t need to know the ins and outs of why you’re separating. But being clear and involving them in decisions that affect them can help them adjust.

What do we tell a young person asking why their favourite book has disappeared – or why it hasn’t? A children’s writer wrestles with how to handle Craig Silvey’s books.

Hiking to a breathtaking view or losing yourself in the roar of a crowd. A neuroscientist explains why awe can feel transformative. 👉 Read the article: theconversation.com/how-a-s...

The government acknowledges the current market-based model isn’t working. So what changes are ahead for disability accommodation?

Don’t be a selfie tragic. Avoid dead whales, rock ledges and hungry sharks. Oh, and the carcass might explode.

Intimate partner violence increases women’s risk of suicidal thoughts and actions by two- to five-fold.

We live in an era that increasingly seeks to cancel authors for their political views, even when these views are not reflected in their creative works.

Some participants will start to see changes from July. Here’s what to expect. 👉 Read the full story: theconversation.com/tighten...

Recovery typically focuses on a checklist of clinical symptoms. But a new study shows we may be missing what’s most important to those who live with an eating disorder.

We all know the risks of influenza and COVID for older people. But a third virus, RSV, can also land you in hospital. A free vaccination aims to reduce this risk.

Everything you need to know about the flu vaccine, including the nasal spray, egg-free options, who it’s free for and what to do if you’re scared of needles.

If you're worried about the health effects of smoke from Geelong's oil refinery blaze, read this.

The kungaka represents an ancient lineage from when Australia was wetter. Today, it survives in a sheltered desert gorge.

This year, the National Disability Insurance Scheme is expected to cost taxpayers $50 billion. So what needs to change?

A growing number of women are choosing to be ‘defiantly single’, yet the stigma against them persists.

Evidence suggests the introduction of the NDIS led to Australia having some of the highest rates of diagnosed autism in the world. 👉 Read the full story: theconversation.com/autism-...

The loss of iconic Antarctic wildlife is no longer a future possibility. It is happening in real-time, while we watch. 👉 Read the full story: theconversation.com/the-bel...

There has already been a lot of flu this year but the flu season is unlikely to peak until late winter.

About 1-4% of people have synaesthesia, a trait that both fascinates and puzzles scientists.

Many of us have rituals or habits to cope with worry that give us more of a sense of control. But here’s when they might be something more serious.

Sarah Holland-Batt, Fiona Wright, John Kinsella, Luke Johnson and Aidan Coleman share the poems they reach for in difficult times – offering hope, insight and beauty.

The concept of ‘civilisation’ emerged in the 18th century – and it has been cursed from the very start. 👉 theconversation.com/what-ac...

A major Australian study found kids who spend 40 hours or more in childcare may struggle more with social skills and emotions than those who attend for less time. 👉 Read the full story: theconversation.com/fixatin...

The idea is to catch mental health problems early, before they get worse. Here’s how it works – and the outcomes of those who’ve tried similar programs.

We didn't deserve this day.

If approved, mirtazapine would be the first prescription medicine for people with methamphetamine dependency.

There is a lot more to healthy eating than what’s on your plate. How, why and when you eat also matters. Here are 3 tips to get started. 👉 Read the full story: theconversation.com/focusin...

The rock art reveals the Thylacine’s deep significance to Aboriginal peoples. 👉 Read the full story: theconversation.com/nt-rock...

The evidence shows nicotine-based vapes are likely to cause oral and lung cancer. We just don’t yet know how many cases it will cause. 👉 Read the full report: theconversation.com/stronge...

Israel just passed a law mandating death by hanging for Palestinians in rigged military trials voting 62-48 in the Knesset. Netanyahu turned up in person to vote yes. Ben-Gvir wore a metal noose pin on his lapel while the chamber erupted in cheers at the prospect of killing more Palestinians.

A deception and a desecration of Ali Shoeib's memory while his family mourn his murder.

Among a range of proposed reforms, Australia’s therapeutic goods regulator outlines 3 options for SPF labelling – including removing the numbers altogether. 👉 Read the full story: theconversation.com/the-tga...

The effectiveness of these diets can come down to how the gut and brain work together. 👉 Read the full story: theconversation.com/ibs-die...

Cheap, quick and simple, this dish overcomes many barriers young people say stop them cooking at home. But what about the nutritional content?

When fires and floods hit, Aboriginal communities are often left to recover without much, if any, government support.

A fear of needles can stop many children from getting a flu vaccine. But a new nasal spray will be available this year. Is your kid eligible?

Psychedelic drug MDMA may help people manage PTSD symptoms. But it should only be used in certain contexts, according to two trauma experts. 👉 Read the full story: theconversation.com/psyched...

Increasing numbers of Australians are using medicinal cannabis for anxiety, depression, insomnia, substance disorders and more. Is it safe? And does it work?

Afghanistan says at least 400 people were killed in a Pakistani strike on a hospital on Monday – the latest in a deadly year for medical staff and patients worldwide.

Wave action can produce aerosol droplets containing brevetoxins, and people with asthma are at risk.

Suhad Bishara, the legal director of the rights group Adalah, said it was a particularly strong case “where the world saw security footage of the assault alongside medical evidence of severe sexual and physical abuse”.

A new study looked at cancer rates in 417,984 women who’d had fertility treatment and compared them to cancer in the general population of women. 👉 Read the full article: theconversation.com/is-canc...