In three experiments, we examine the role of motives underlying goal pursuit and the metacognitive strategy of mental contrasting with implementation intentions (MCII) to predict the strategic use of self-regulation responses (persistence, disengagement, and reengagement) when faced with attainable, unattainable, or multiple goals. ...

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• 2022
• November 2022

Tim Jones TW MBBS DCH FRACP MD Co-head, Diabetes and Obesity Research Co-head, Diabetes and Obesity Research Areas of research expertise: Diabetes ...

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• 2017
• August 2017

We describe a series of 6 cases where adoption of a low carbohydrate diet in children impacted growth and cardiovascular risk factors with potential long-term sequelae. ...

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• 2017
• April 2017

Discover the latest community involvement opportunities from across the Institute. ...

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Swimming safety Remember that your pump should not be disconnected for more than two hours at a time — if you disconnect your pump for swimming, ...

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The aim of this study was to investigate the association between diet during the first 3 years of life and cognitive outcomes at 10 years of age. ...

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• 2013
• July 2013

The promotion of a low carbohydrate diet in media is in contrast to published pediatric diabetes guidelines that endorse a balanced diet from a variety of foods ...

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• 2018
• February 2018

There are moderate associations between vitamin D status measured in prepuberty, adolescence, and early adulthood ...

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• 2017
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Being physically active is critical for healthy ageing, yet many older people do not meet physical activity guidelines. The aim of this study was to test the relative effectiveness of five previously identified campaign slogans designed to encourage older people to be more physically active: 'Be active 30-60 minutes a day to stay fit and well'; 'Move more, live longer'; 'Stay fit to stay functional'; 'This is your time - enjoy being strong and active'; and 'Use it or lose it'. ...

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• 2023
• September 2023

Online youth-focused health programs often include parent modules—that equip parents with skills to assist their child in improving their health—alongside youth-specific content. BRAVE Self-Help, an evidence-based program designed for children and teenagers with early signs of anxiety, is a popular Australian program that includes six parent modules. ...

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• 2022
• June 2022