In one experiment in which mice were fed four to eight cups of coffee a day for forty days (not of course in a standard cup!), their brains adapted to the caffeine intake by producing increased numbers of adenosine receptors (Hooper & Teresi 1986, p.96). This meant that their general level of arousal was much [...]

Family Lawyer Amanda Crossingham has been dealing with separating families for the past 16 years. Her experience has given her great insight into the psychological needs of people who are going through a divorce and separation which can be enormously traumatic. In this interview she explains sound strategies that can assist people to deal with [...]

It does not have to be a long trip nor an expensive one. I am writing this post on a train trip from Sydney to Gosford which is a 1.5 hour trip and it cost $7.50. Train travel is exceptionally relaxing and in most instances interesting. Check out your local options as you may be [...]

In this post I am going explain the principles involved in breaking a drstructive habit. These principles have been scientifically tested through psychological studies and have been shown to work. Although the principles are sound the application is much more difficult. You will need to use all of your imagination and ingenuity to be able [...]

Momentarily lost at the intersection. Anxiously gazing along familiar paths now tentative and uncertain. Continuity denied grief recycled into the torrent of unresolved dilemma. Courage urgently requisite precursor of peace and freedom for an ambient spirit that gasps for the air of self-fulfillment. Deficit energy downhill flowing with dreams endangered and afloat. My face in [...]