Health & Safety

Healthy brains in isolated times

Opinion: As we adapt to a new way of living, David Moreau offers five easy tips to help minimise the impact of social distancing and self-isolation on our brains.

David Moreau

Dr David Moreau is from the School of Psychology in the Faculty of Science. This article reflects the opinion of the author and not necessarily the views of the University of Auckland. Used with permission from Newsroom Healthy brains in isolated times 7 April 2020.

Recent Posts

David Ferguson appointed ERO’s new Chief Review Officer, Chief Executive

Ferguson will resign his roles of chair of the Teaching Council, chief executive of the…

1 day ago

Learning support overlooked in 2026 Budget, New Zealand Principals Federation says

The NZPF has criticised current and planned learning support provision, as well as the funding…

1 day ago

Rural schools feeling impacts of fuel crisis, principals say

Attendance and budget issues from fuel costs are affecting rural schools, especially those reliant on…

4 days ago

Budget 2026: $2.1 billion for education, including 4700 new student places

Secondary schools were the focus of 2026's Budget announcement, with new vocational qualifications and a…

5 days ago

Sew Your Story: Creativity and textile-based learning in the classroom

Northland-based Sew Your Story has secured funding to expand the programme, which blends the curriculum…

6 days ago

Announcements, emergencies and everything in between: Smart communications for schools

Modern IP communication allows greater flexibility, including easier installation and more options around uses, placement…

1 week ago