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Emotion dysregulation in autism: A meta-analysis
Get full access to this article View all access and purchase options for this article. References Aldao A., Gee D. G., de Los Reyes A., Seager I. (2016). Emotion regulation as a transdiagnostic factor in the development of internalizing and externalizing psychopathology: Current and future directions. Development and Psychopathology, 28(4), 927–946. https://doi.org/10.1017/S0954579416000638 Arya S., Kaji A. H., Boermeester M. A. (2021). PRISMA reporting guidelines for meta-analyses and systematic reviews.
Experts raise concerns over time-restricted diet and heart risk claims
Claims time-restricted eating is linked to a 91% increased risk of heart-related death may have jumped the gun, according to UK experts. This week, the American Heart Association issued a press release about research being presented at EPI|Lifestyle 2024, a lifestyle and cardiometabolic research conference in Chicago.
OPINION: No more ‘Hair Love’: The most ridiculous book banning
(Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons / “Book Banning Protest, Atlanta, GA” by John Ramspott / Feb. 12, 2022) By Rachel McDonald Correspondent A picture book about a father helping his daughter style her hair could never be banned, right? It can if the father and daughter in question are Black. In the children’s picture book, “Hair Love,”by Matthew A. Cherry, a little girl struggles to style her natural curly hair.
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When can kids get the COVID-19 vaccine in Australia?
Safety data for the Pfizer vaccine in this age cohort is beginning to roll in, with a paper published in NEJM this week reporting no serious side effects in a group of 1,500 children given two shots of the vaccine at a significantly lower dosage than what adults currently receive. The researchers said the vaccine showed an efficacy of 90.7 per cent.
From the vault: How well will our vaccines hold up against Delta?
The three vaccines making up Australia’s COVID-19 strategy are effective against the Delta variant, according to a UK preprint study released this week. Since Pfizer, AstraZeneca and Moderna were first trialled and approved, the goalposts of the global pandemic have been well and truly moved by the rise of the Delta, the variant of concern taking over across the world.
GoFundMe set up to help Batlow's Bellchambers family rebuild after the bushfires
The Bellchambers family hopes to build an eco-friendly house which could house more foster children in the future. A large Batlow family who lost their home in this year's bushfires are finally closer to rebuilding, and a friend of the family is encouraging the wider community to pitch in. Steve and Vicky Bellchambers are still living in temporary accommodation as they work towards rebuilding the family home, which housed a mix of six children, grandchildren and foster children.
Young cherry harvest approaches as industry works to lure new employees
The Young cherry season is finally seeing a strong crop, but the coronavirus pandemic has drastically changed the seasonal workforce. As cherry farmers on NSW's South West Slopes prepare to harvest their first strong crop for a few years, the industry is working hard to get enough employees on the ground to make sure millions of dollars worth of fruit is picked. It is one of many agricultural industries relying on a seasonal workforce decimated by international and domestic border closures.
Young cherry harvest approaches as industry works to lure new employees
The Young cherry season is finally seeing a strong crop, but the coronavirus pandemic has drastically changed the seasonal workforce. As cherry farmers around Young prepare to harvest their first strong crop for a few years, the industry is working hard to get enough employees on the ground to make sure millions of dollars worth of fruit is picked. It is one of many agricultural industries relying on a seasonal workforce decimated by international and domestic border closures.
Zetifi and Leading Edge Data Centres work to fill connectivity gaps
Technology start-ups are focusing their attention on regional and rural areas, helping to fill the connectivity gaps left in the bush. Manufacturing start-up Zetifi officially opened the doors of its new Wagga Wagga factory this week, with plans to deliver Wi-Fi to some of Australia's most remote locations.
Digital Trade Pack between New Zealand, Chile and Singapore | Lexology
Chile, New Zealand, Singapore
July 3 2020 On 12 June 2020, New Zealand signed its first ever Digital Trade Pact in a virtual online signing ceremony – The Digital Economy Partnership Agreement (DEPA)- with Chile and Singapore. [copy here]. The purpose behind the agreement is to build and support trade in the digital era, This will complement the WTO negotiations on e-commerce and other international forums.
"Genetic Basis for Elevated Rheumatic Heart Disease Susceptibility" by Joshua J. Cassinat, Justina P. Tavana et al.
Rheumatic heart disease is an inflammatory heart disease that affects millions of people around the world. Especially high rates of the disease can be found in Oceania, including the island nation of Samoa. Genetic studies of immune response genes have provided insight into a possible genetic link to increased susceptibility to rheumatic heart disease, including the genes that code for the toll-like receptor (TLR) protein family.
Public Asked To Help Plan Future Trails At Cascade Head
People who care about a popular coastal headland near Lincoln City can help shape its future. There’s an open house Thursday in Lincoln City to discuss a sustainable trails plan for Cascade Head Scenic Research Area. Cascade Head is the terminus of the Cascade Mountains at the edge of the continent. The headland looms north of Lincoln City and has native grasses, rare wildflowers and the Oregon silverspot butterfly. It features official and unofficial hiking trails.
Public Asked To Help Plan Future Trails At Cascade Head
People who care about a popular coastal headland near Lincoln City can help shape its future. There’s an open house Thursday in Lincoln City to discuss a sustainable trails plan for Cascade Head Scenic Research Area. Cascade Head is the terminus of the Cascade Mountains at the edge of the continent. The headland looms north of Lincoln City and has native grasses, rare wildflowers and the Oregon silverspot butterfly. It features official and unofficial hiking trails.
Major Aboriginal map collaboration launched today - The Wire
Aboriginal groups across the vast Lake Eyre Basin area have compiled stories, photos and knowledge to create a map of the cultural history of the region. The project was launched today after a 16 year process, with the aim of educating locals and visitors alike on Aboriginal history. Download Audio
First native title claim for a capital city recognised in Adelaide - The Wire
The Kaurna people reached a native title agreement with the Government of South Australia today, recognising their claim to the Adelaide Plains. The decision has been 18 years in the making, and is the first successful claim including a capital city. Download Audio
Woolworths pokie scandal a 'creepy' breach of privacy - The Wire
Independent MP Andrew Wilkie today revealed pubs owned by Woolworths have been systematically tracking and manipulating the behaviour of problem gamblers. David Vaile from the Australian Privacy Foundation discusses how this privacy breach mimics standard practice in the online world. Download Audio
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