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The Conversation

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Staring at an image of yourself on Zoom has serious consequences for mental health – especially for women

Staring at an image of yourself on Zoom has serious consequences for mental health – especially for women

Zoom calls are a perfect storm for self-objectification and that the harms disproportionately affect women, research shows.

What is emotional labour - and how do we get it wrong?

What is emotional labour – and how do we get it wrong?

Emotional labour is often thought of as the emotional workload within families or relationships. But the term has a different meaning.

5 ways you can fight for women’s reproductive rights

5 ways you can fight for women’s reproductive rights

From protest marches and fundraising to parliamentary petitions and talking with friends, there are many ways to make your voice heard.

Depression likely not caused by 'chemical imbalance' in brain

Depression likely not caused by ‘chemical imbalance’ in brain

There’s no clear evidence that depression is caused by abnormally low levels of serotonin in the brain, a new study shows.

What to expect when coming off the pill, and 5 things to do before you do

What to expect when coming off the pill, and 5 things to do before you do

If you’re planning to come off the pill, it’s hard to know what to expect, particularly if you’ve been on it for a long time. Here's some advice.

How to save $50 on your grocery bill and still eat tasty, nutritious meals

How to save $50 on your grocery bill and still eat tasty, nutritious meals

Feeling the pinch? You can cut your grocery bill with some planning and flexibility – and knowing your budget. Here’s how to get started.

Part-time work holds women back from executive roles

Part-time work holds women back from executive roles, accentuates pay gap

Most women do not work full time during their working lives, which holds them back from management positions and accentuates the pay gap.

6 books about the climate crisis that offer hope

6 books about the climate crisis that offer hope

How to counter the gloom? We asked six environmental experts to each nominate a book about the climate crisis that offers hope.

Grey-haired and radiant: reimagining ageing for women

Grey-haired and radiant: reimagining ageing for women

Old women remain the butt of jokes; they are some of society’s most marginalised people. But age invites us to become our most authentic selves.